Figure - Benin (No reserve price)

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€ 22
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Julien Gauthier
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Selected by Julien Gauthier

With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller

Very beautiful small sculpture from Benin in wood, horn, and copper in the shape of a crocodile.
Provenance: Belgian private collection

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful small sculpture from Benin in wood, horn, and copper in the shape of a crocodile.
Provenance: Belgian private collection

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Benin
Material
Copper, Horn, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
10 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
40 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8228
Objects sold
98.49%
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