Los Angeles, CA
Details
- Dimensions
- 29ʺW × 6ʺD × 20ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Animals
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Benin
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age. Great condition with signs of age. less
- Description
- Solid bronze Benin leopard. The traditional royal leopard of Benin symbolizes the Oba's authority and high status as "King of … more Solid bronze Benin leopard. The traditional royal leopard of Benin symbolizes the Oba's authority and high status as "King of the forest" and remains today a symbolic image in Benin art representing power and strength. Beautifully hand crafted bronze figure created from by the lost wax technique. Intricate details with spotting and surface carvings. Wonderful to display as a flanking pair. This piece is the female version. Each sold separately. less
Los Angeles, CA
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