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Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba

$767.76
£576.86
€650
CA$1,057.22
A$1,183.22
CHF 619.37
MX$14,373.99
NOK 7,864.48
SEK 7,421.48
DKK 4,947.15

About the Item

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba. The Bronze Head from Ife, or Ife Head, is one of eighteen copper alloy sculptures that were unearthed in 1938 at Ife in Nigeria, the religious and royal centre of the Yoruba people. It is believed to represent a king. Very good cast of a Benin African bronze alloy head, around mid 20th century. A collectors item! Measure: Height 20 cm. A bronze Ife Head with a very serene face and head decor. Country of origin: Nigeria- Oyo Ethnicity: Bini Edo: Condition - piece not retouched, irregular appearance, with typical appearance of a folk manufactured cast.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 4.34 in (11 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bochum, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BJD39-193-11stDibs: LU980445174172

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