Leopard head - Ancient bronze - Yoruba - Nigeria
Leopard head, Yoruba culture, Nigeria. H. 34cm
Beautiful Yoruba head from Nigeria representing a leopard. The leopard is the emblem of the city of Benin City in Nigeria. The work is fine and refined. There is a presence in this work, it is sparkling and attractive. The look is piercing and hypnotic. The open mouth gives it a beautiful expression. Nice work of decorations with small round patterns and dots. On the back of the head a small leopard is depicted. The composition is successful with a superb old patina. It is a sensitive and gentle work which was made with the lost wax technique (see Google) which makes the work unique. The metal is fine proof of the artist's skill. This is a beautiful old and authentic collector's item. Circa 1900.
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Leopard head, Yoruba culture, Nigeria. H. 34cm
Beautiful Yoruba head from Nigeria representing a leopard. The leopard is the emblem of the city of Benin City in Nigeria. The work is fine and refined. There is a presence in this work, it is sparkling and attractive. The look is piercing and hypnotic. The open mouth gives it a beautiful expression. Nice work of decorations with small round patterns and dots. On the back of the head a small leopard is depicted. The composition is successful with a superb old patina. It is a sensitive and gentle work which was made with the lost wax technique (see Google) which makes the work unique. The metal is fine proof of the artist's skill. This is a beautiful old and authentic collector's item. Circa 1900.
Custom solid wood base. Heavy item postage accordingly.
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