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Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria
$1,875
£1,431.30
€1,645.38
CA$2,638.46
A$2,934.08
CHF 1,541.04
MX$35,872.04
NOK 19,202.85
SEK 18,103.10
DKK 12,279.82
About the Item
A finely cast bronze portrait head in the style of the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Ife, Nigeria. This dignified bust exhibits hallmark features of classical Ife art, including elegant vertical facial striations, delicately modeled lips, almond-shaped eyes, and a composed, introspective expression. The neck displays stacked rings, symbolizing beauty and status in Yoruba aesthetics.
Executed using the traditional lost-wax casting method, the sculpture reflects the enduring legacy of Ife's naturalism, often dated to the 12th–15th centuries. This example, likely from the mid-20th century, we are listing this sculpture as mid-20th century (1950-1970) but it could be older, embodies the continuity of form and symbolism revived by Yoruba craftsmen during the colonial and postcolonial periods.
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Patinated
- Place of Origin:Nigeria
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful estate condition.
- Seller Location:Norwood, NJ
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5080245850542
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