Bronze Figure with Scorpions
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Figure en Bronze aux Scorpions - Bronze Figure with Scorpions, a Nigerian original bronze sculpture from West Africa, provenance private collection, collected in situ in 1952.
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This captivating bronze figure is an exceptional piece from Nigeria, illustrating the centuries-old mastery of lost-wax casting in West Africa. The work is distinguished by a singular and powerful iconography featuring scorpions, symbols of protection and vital force in many cultures of the region. Standing approximately 15 cm tall, the object impresses with its density and significant weight, signs of superb casting quality. The magnificent patina covering the metal bears witness to exemplary preservation since its collection in situ in 1952. With its mysterious aesthetics and graphic strength, this piece makes a choice addition to a cabinet of curiosities or a high-level African art collection.
Provenance & Services
Collection: This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades. Collected in situ in 1952.
Shipping: The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a worry-free receipt.
Keywords
African art, African Art, Afrika anische Kunst, tribal art, Nigeria, Bronze, Figure, Scorpion, Cabinet of curiosities.
This captivating bronze figure is an exceptional piece from Nigeria, illustrating the centuries-old mastery of lost-wax casting in West Africa. The work is distinguished by a singular and powerful iconography featuring scorpions, symbols of protection and vital force in many cultures of the region. Standing approximately 15 cm tall, the object impresses with its density and significant weight, signs of superb casting quality. The magnificent patina covering the metal bears witness to exemplary preservation since its collection in situ in 1952. With its mysterious aesthetics and graphic strength, this piece makes a choice addition to a cabinet of curiosities or a high-level African art collection.
Provenance & Services
Collection: This piece is part of a private collection managed with passion and rigor for several decades. Collected in situ in 1952.
Shipping: The item will be packed with the utmost care and shipped promptly to ensure a worry-free receipt.
Keywords
African art, African Art, Afrika anische Kunst, tribal art, Nigeria, Bronze, Figure, Scorpion, Cabinet of curiosities.
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