Leopard - Figure - Nigeria (No reserve price)

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Two bronze leopard sculptures from Nigeria, royal Dahomey symbolism, height 15 cm, width 7 cm, depth 5 cm, in good condition with age-related wear.

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The bronze leopard from Ifé, a royal symbol of the Kingdom of Dahomey.
The leopard statues were the exclusive property of the Oba, the leopard being the quintessential royal animal.
In Dahomey, animals often embody supernatural forces. The Kingdom of Benin, south of present-day Nigeria, is renowned for its magnificent bronzes and ivory sculptures.
These works constitute one of the greatest treasures of humanity and are among the masterpieces of museums around the world.

The Oba's palace, where the magnificent royal sanctuaries were located, was considered the center of the capital and the kingdom.

Benin art is undoubtedly royal art.
Its management was carried out by one of the three ruling orders, Iwebo (the other two being Iweguae and Ibiwe).
This order was responsible for the jewelry and personal effects of the king.


Height 15 cm
Width 07cm

The bronze leopard from Ifé, a royal symbol of the Kingdom of Dahomey.
The leopard statues were the exclusive property of the Oba, the leopard being the quintessential royal animal.
In Dahomey, animals often embody supernatural forces. The Kingdom of Benin, south of present-day Nigeria, is renowned for its magnificent bronzes and ivory sculptures.
These works constitute one of the greatest treasures of humanity and are among the masterpieces of museums around the world.

The Oba's palace, where the magnificent royal sanctuaries were located, was considered the center of the capital and the kingdom.

Benin art is undoubtedly royal art.
Its management was carried out by one of the three ruling orders, Iwebo (the other two being Iweguae and Ibiwe).
This order was responsible for the jewelry and personal effects of the king.


Height 15 cm
Width 07cm

Details

Era
After 2000
No. of items
2
Title
Leopard
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
5 cm
Sold by
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1251
Objects sold
98.15%
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