Cavalier - Kotoko - Chad (No reserve price)

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Bronze Kotoko Cavalier from Chad, created by the Kotoko people, dating to the late 20th century; dimensions 25 × 19 × 5 cm in good condition.

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Kotoko Bronze Rider – Chad

The Kotoko people, settled in the Chad and Cameroon region, are renowned for their rich artistic heritage and metallurgical traditions. Kotoko bronze riders were traditionally created to represent important figures, chiefs or warriors, symbolizing power, protection, and social status. The finesse of the bronze work and the natural patina reflect the ancestral craftsmanship and the cultural importance of these pieces.

This piece blends ancient heritage with a contemporary decorative appeal, offering an impressive visual presence and an elegance that fits perfectly in an African art collection or any interior that values sculptural pieces. Its beauty lies as much in the traditional symbolism as in the technical mastery, creating a harmonious balance between ancestral tradition and decorative aesthetics, for collectors and art lovers.

Kotoko Bronze Rider – Chad

The Kotoko people, settled in the Chad and Cameroon region, are renowned for their rich artistic heritage and metallurgical traditions. Kotoko bronze riders were traditionally created to represent important figures, chiefs or warriors, symbolizing power, protection, and social status. The finesse of the bronze work and the natural patina reflect the ancestral craftsmanship and the cultural importance of these pieces.

This piece blends ancient heritage with a contemporary decorative appeal, offering an impressive visual presence and an elegance that fits perfectly in an African art collection or any interior that values sculptural pieces. Its beauty lies as much in the traditional symbolism as in the technical mastery, creating a harmonious balance between ancestral tradition and decorative aesthetics, for collectors and art lovers.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Kotoko
Country of Origin
Chad
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Cavalier
Height
25 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
5 cm
FranceVerified
7616
Objects sold
95.35%
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