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Decorative Bronze Horse, Benin Style

Offered by: circa20c

Description
The original Benin bronzes are a group of more than a thousand metal plaques and sculptures that decorated the royal palace of the Kingdom of Benin in what is now modern-day Nigeria. Collectively, the objects form the best-known examples of Benin art, created from the thirteenth century onwards, by the Edo people, which also included other sculptures in brass or bronze, including some famous portrait heads and smaller pieces.

More Information

Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Bronze
Condition:	Good. Very nice
Styles / Movements:	Tribal, Modern
Patterns:	Animal/Insects
Dealer Reference #:	#100316
Incollect Reference #:	404731

Dimensions

W.	14.5 in;	H.	12.5 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	36.83 cm;	H.	31.75 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

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