Fraaie Afrikaanse bronzen Balafon speler. - Statuette - Africa (No reserve price)

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The unsigned African bronze figurine depicts a balafon player and measures 12 cm high.

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Beautiful African bronze Balafon player.

Beautiful handmade African statue of a musician playing a Balafon. The sculpture is made in bronze/brass-colored copper alloy and was produced using the traditional lost-wax method.

Nice decorative statue with a lot of character and clear handmade details.

Due to the artisanal casting method, small irregularities and casting marks are visible, characteristic of this type of African sculptures.

Height approximately 12 cm.
Width about 8 centimeters
Depth 10 centimeters
Weight about 445 grams

Originating from West Africa, possibly Burkina Faso / Sahel region. Mid-20th century.
Condition as shown in the photos, with signs of wear and aging.

Beautiful African bronze Balafon player.

Beautiful handmade African statue of a musician playing a Balafon. The sculpture is made in bronze/brass-colored copper alloy and was produced using the traditional lost-wax method.

Nice decorative statue with a lot of character and clear handmade details.

Due to the artisanal casting method, small irregularities and casting marks are visible, characteristic of this type of African sculptures.

Height approximately 12 cm.
Width about 8 centimeters
Depth 10 centimeters
Weight about 445 grams

Originating from West Africa, possibly Burkina Faso / Sahel region. Mid-20th century.
Condition as shown in the photos, with signs of wear and aging.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Africa
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Fraaie Afrikaanse bronzen Balafon speler.
Signature
Not signed
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
12 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
445 g
The NetherlandsVerified
995
Objects sold
100%
Private

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