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Benin Kingdom Ebony Carving of a Young King Oba, Nigerian

$891.25
£650
€758.08
CA$1,220.43
A$1,356.95
CHF 708.52
MX$16,517.36
NOK 9,040.45
SEK 8,470.47
DKK 5,657.70
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Wonderful hand carved ebony hardwood figure of a young Benin man, possibly a future King Oba Excellent traditional Benin artistic carving A delightful piece Circa 1970 Height 13 inch, Width 3.5 inch, Depth 2.5 inch Very good condition.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Rothley, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5055132517412

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