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Description
A sense of detail has been brought to the ornament of these altar heads and to the entire surface. They … Read more A sense of detail has been brought to the ornament of these altar heads and to the entire surface. They were created using the lost wax technique. The foot of the altar represents the OBA, the king adorned with his winged headdress of the kingdom of Benin. The features of his face are reproduced in beautiful harmony. The 2 horns stand in perfect symmetry, at the end of the horn sits an armed soldier. See less
- Dimensions
- 7.87ʺW × 7.87ʺD × 33.46ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
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