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Benin animals, and bronze objects, were used in west africa as a form of currency and thus status. Their value …
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Benin animals, and bronze objects, were used in west africa as a form of currency and thus status. Their value lies in both the metal used and the ornamentation created on the sculpture. Benin animals are made using the lost-wax method of casting.
h 41cm w 39cm d 11cm object:- leopard- created by edo people from the benin kingdom of nigeria. A symbol of royal power.
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- Dimensions
- 15.35ʺW × 4.33ʺD × 16.14ʺH
- Country of Origin
- Benin
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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