Dimitri André

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

The bronze figurines depict Benin court dwarfs (Nigeria) and are copper-alloy sculptures made using the lost-wax technique. They portray figures from the royal entourage of the 15th century and were used to ornament the altars of the king's palace (Oba).

The figures often show distinctive features such as short skirts, necklaces, incised hairstyles, and an upright posture.

Dimensions: 18x12x48H
Weight: 5.8 Kg
Material: Bronze

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I bronzi raffiguranti i nani di corte del Benin (Nigeria) sono sculture in lega di rame realizzate con la tecnica della cera persa, ritraggono figure dell’entourage reale del XV sec ed erano utilizzate per ornare gli altari del palazzo del re (Oba)
Le figure spesso mostrano tratti distintivi come gonnellini corti, girocolli, acconciature incise ed una postura eretta

Dimensioni.    18x12x48H
Peso.                 5,8 Kg
Materiale.         Bronzo


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Benin's court dwarf

Mid 20th century - Good condition

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Nano di corte Benin is a mid‑20th century bronze reproduction depicting Edo court dwarfs from Benin (Nigeria) used to adorn the Oba’s palace altars, with dimensions 18x12x48H and a weight of 5.8 kg, in good condition.

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Nano di corte Benin is a mid‑20th century bronze reproduction depicting Edo court dwarfs from Benin (Nigeria) used to adorn the Oba’s palace altars, with dimensions 18x12x48H and a weight of 5.8 kg, in good condition.

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