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Majestic Benin King Oba, Finely Carved Ebony Bust, Nigeria West Africa C1930s

$2,925.71
£2,150
€2,525.89
CA$4,019.43
A$4,487.31
CHF 2,351.28
MX$54,929.10
NOK 29,861.33
SEK 28,155.44
DKK 18,851
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Truly a majestic Benin Oba. Beautifully and finely hand carved in Ebony hardwood from the 1930's A piece of this quality and stature holds enormous presence Height 17.75 inch, Width 6.75 inch, Depth 4.75 inch Circa 1930's A heavy and striking piece. Weight 2.7kg Excellent condition.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Rothley, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5055132521922

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