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Julien Gauthier
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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

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Corne royale du Royaume de Bénin, Nigeria, cuivre, 64 cm tall, 2000–2010 period, in good condition.

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The royal horn of the Kingdom of Benin, the king’s power horn, it is always paired beside the royal throne. They manifest the king’s power. After drying, everything is heated, the wax melts and flows through the mold’s gate that we have planned and prepared for this purpose. At the right moment, the mold, empty of wax, is filled with molten metal. The transformation of wax to bronze is complete. After the bronze has solidified and cooled (brass according to Western criteria), the mold is broken to extract the sculpture. This is followed by a long and delicate finishing process...
Height: 64 cm
Weight : 5 kg
Note: Our packages are shipped with warranty, insurance, and a receipt.

Seller's Story

I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
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The royal horn of the Kingdom of Benin, the king’s power horn, it is always paired beside the royal throne. They manifest the king’s power. After drying, everything is heated, the wax melts and flows through the mold’s gate that we have planned and prepared for this purpose. At the right moment, the mold, empty of wax, is filled with molten metal. The transformation of wax to bronze is complete. After the bronze has solidified and cooled (brass according to Western criteria), the mold is broken to extract the sculpture. This is followed by a long and delicate finishing process...
Height: 64 cm
Weight : 5 kg
Note: Our packages are shipped with warranty, insurance, and a receipt.

Seller's Story

I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Period
2000-2010
Material
Copper
Condition
Good condition
Height
64 cm
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Objects sold
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