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Mid 20th Century African Benin Bronze Leopard, Nigeria.
Bronze leopard. The sculpture created using the lost wax casting method, also …
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Mid 20th Century African Benin Bronze Leopard, Nigeria.
Bronze leopard. The sculpture created using the lost wax casting method, also known as cire-perdue.
Measures: Sculpture: 26 L x 5.5 D x 20.5 H in.
Weight: Approx. 26 pounds.
The Benin Bronzes hold immense historical and cultural significance. They serve as a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Edo people and their advanced metalworking techniques. These sculptures not only adorned the royal palace but also depicted important figures, events, and deities of the Kingdom of Benin. The Benin Bronzes are a symbol of the kingdom's power, wealth, and artistic excellence.
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- Dimensions
- 26ʺW × 5.5ʺD × 20.5ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Very good; structurally sound, wear consistent with age and use, some common casting flaws due to the nature of the … moreVery good; structurally sound, wear consistent with age and use, some common casting flaws due to the nature of the lost-wax technique-noted in a couple of leg support areas and at the tail attachment. Nice rich and even aged brown with green patina. less
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