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NIGERIA
Culture Yoruba, kingdom of Ife.
Serpent head
Bronze
H.14 / L.19 / D.29cm

Magnificent serpent head in Yoruba bronze. This kind of work is typical of ancient productions of the kingdom of Ife. The sculpture is delicate and expressive. The workmanship is detailed and executed with brilliance. The face is expressive, the eyes piercing, the mouth slightly open is threatening with its sharp teeth. The volume of the head is beautiful. Missing parts and visible defects in the photos. Beautiful old patina. This work was created with the lost-wax technique (see Google), which makes it unique. The metal is fine, evidence of the sculptor's skill. Some missing pieces and visible defects in the photos, sold as is. A beautiful piece of antique collection. Circa 1900.

NIGERIA
Culture Yoruba, royaume d'Ifé.
Tête de serpent
Bronze
H.14 / La.19 / Lo.29cm

Magnifique tête de serpent en bronze Yoruba. Ce genre d'oeuvre est typique des productions anciennes du royaume d'Ifé. La sculpture est fine et sensible. Le travail est détaillé et exécuté avec brio. Le visage est expressif, les yeux sont perçants, la bouche entrouverte est menaçante avec ses dents pointu. Le volume de la tête est beau. Manque et accidents visibles sur les photos. Belle patine ancienne. Cette oeuvre fut réalisé avec la technique de la cire perdu (voir Google) ce qui la rend unique. Le metal est fin, preuve de l'habileté du sculpteur. Quelques manques et accidents visible sur les photos, vendu en l'état. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne. Circa 1900.





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Snake head - ancient bronze - Kingdom of Ife - Yoruba - Nigeria

Early 20th century - Bronze - Fair condition

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Bronze serpent head from Ife, Yoruba culture, Nigeria, with provenance Royaume d'Ifé; dimensions 14 cm high, 19 cm wide, 29 cm deep; circa 1900; authentic original.

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Bronze serpent head from Ife, Yoruba culture, Nigeria, with provenance Royaume d'Ifé; dimensions 14 cm high, 19 cm wide, 29 cm deep; circa 1900; authentic original.

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