MAGNIFICENT COUPLE PETIT LÉOPARD BENIN & TOGO - Edo - Benin (No reserve price)
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The two bronze reproductions titled “MAGNIFIQUE COUPLE PETIT LÉOPARD BENIN & TOGO” are from Bénin and are associated with Edo culture.
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PAIR SMALL LEOPARD BENIN & TOGO
LENGTH: 11 cm
HEIGHT: 6.5 cm
WIDTH: 3 cm
The leopard carries significant symbolic meaning in the culture of the Kingdom of Benin, where it is often associated with the Oba, the king. The leopard is regarded as one of the emblematic animals representing royal power, strength, and protection. In Beninese art and craft, representations of the Oba accompanied by a leopard are common, symbolizing his authority and status. This association also reinforces the link between the Oba and the spiritual world, with the leopard sometimes considered a totemic animal or spiritual guardian.
The Oba is the traditional title of the king of the Kingdom of Benin, located in what is now the southwest of Nigeria, and not in the current Benin. The Oba is regarded as the supreme ruler and the highest political, religious, and cultural authority of the Kingdom. His office is hereditary, passing from father to son, and he occupies a central place in the social and political life of Benin society. The Oba is surrounded by a set of traditions and rituals that reinforce his authority and sacred status.
PAIR SMALL LEOPARD BENIN & TOGO
LENGTH: 11 cm
HEIGHT: 6.5 cm
WIDTH: 3 cm
The leopard carries significant symbolic meaning in the culture of the Kingdom of Benin, where it is often associated with the Oba, the king. The leopard is regarded as one of the emblematic animals representing royal power, strength, and protection. In Beninese art and craft, representations of the Oba accompanied by a leopard are common, symbolizing his authority and status. This association also reinforces the link between the Oba and the spiritual world, with the leopard sometimes considered a totemic animal or spiritual guardian.
The Oba is the traditional title of the king of the Kingdom of Benin, located in what is now the southwest of Nigeria, and not in the current Benin. The Oba is regarded as the supreme ruler and the highest political, religious, and cultural authority of the Kingdom. His office is hereditary, passing from father to son, and he occupies a central place in the social and political life of Benin society. The Oba is surrounded by a set of traditions and rituals that reinforce his authority and sacred status.
Details
Number of objects
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Edo
Country of Origin
Benin
Material
Bronze
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
MAGNIFICENT COUPLE PETIT LÉOPARD BENIN & TOGO
Height
11 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Weight
600 g
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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