Bronze Head - Love - Benin-Nigeria
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Bronze head entitled “Tête en bronze” from the Ife culture of Benin-Nigeria, authentic original, measuring 44 cm high, 19 cm wide and 16 cm deep, in good condition and without a stand.
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Bronze head – Ife – Benin / Nigeria
The Ife civilization, one of the greatest artistic centers of West Africa, is renowned for its exceptional mastery of bronze work and the refinement of its sculptures. Bronze heads inspired by this tradition are among the most emblematic works of this artistic heritage, evidencing great precision in modeling and a remarkable sense of proportion. This bronze head illustrates the know-how of Ife artisans, whose creations are distinguished by their elegance, realism, and the finesse of their details.
Through the quality of its execution and the richness of its expression, this sculpture stands as a fine example of art inspired by the Ife tradition. It naturally finds its place in an African art collection or in a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between ancestral traditions and contemporary aesthetics. This piece will appeal to collectors and lovers of African art for its cultural value, artistic quality, and decorative character.
Bronze head – Ife – Benin / Nigeria
The Ife civilization, one of the greatest artistic centers of West Africa, is renowned for its exceptional mastery of bronze work and the refinement of its sculptures. Bronze heads inspired by this tradition are among the most emblematic works of this artistic heritage, evidencing great precision in modeling and a remarkable sense of proportion. This bronze head illustrates the know-how of Ife artisans, whose creations are distinguished by their elegance, realism, and the finesse of their details.
Through the quality of its execution and the richness of its expression, this sculpture stands as a fine example of art inspired by the Ife tradition. It naturally finds its place in an African art collection or in a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between ancestral traditions and contemporary aesthetics. This piece will appeal to collectors and lovers of African art for its cultural value, artistic quality, and decorative character.
Details
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Love
Country of Origin
Benin-Nigeria
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Bronze Head
Height
44 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
16 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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