Bronze head - Ife - Benin–Nigeria

Bronze Head – Ife – Benin/Nigeria

Originating from the Ife region, in Benin and Nigeria, this bronze head testifies to a particularly accomplished craftsmanship in metalwork. Representations of this type, recognized for their realism and precision, were linked to spheres of power and ritual practices, evoking memory, transmission and the presence of figures of authority. This work is distinguished by the sharpness of its features, the harmony of its proportions and the quality of its modeling, revealing great technical mastery as well as a strong symbolic dimension.

In a contemporary reading, this piece attracts with the mastery of its lines and the balance of its volumes, which give it a presence that is at once poised and assertive. The treatment of the face, precise and measured, naturally fits into a dialogue with contemporary aesthetics. This sculpture highlights the timeless strength of ancient forms, while easily finding its place in a contemporary environment.