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African wooden sculpture - figure of Oba from the Kingdom of Benin, 20th century.
From €156.32
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Afrykańska rzeźba drewniana - figura Oba z Królestwa Beninu XX w.—
€156.32
You are presented with a unique and characterful African wooden sculpture, inspired by the traditional art of the famous Kingdom of Benin. This extraordinary ethnographic object attracts attention with its dignified silhouette and rich symbolism, characteristic of depictions of rulers and court dignitaries.
The figure has been carefully carved from wood, and the time that has imparted a patina emphasizes its authentic and noble character. The most recognizable elements are:
Ideal for a collector of ethnic art, an admirer of African cultures, or as a unique, energetic element of interior decoration. It is an object of great collectible and decorative value, telling the story of a distant, royal culture.
The figure has been carefully carved from wood, and the time that has imparted a patina emphasizes its authentic and noble character. The most recognizable elements are:
- High, conical headdress – a traditional attribute of power and high social status.
- Numerous rings on the neck – a symbol of wealth, prestige, and beauty, referring to the historical practice of wearing brass or gold bands by the elite.
- Dignified, upright posture – emphasizing the dignity and authority of the depicted figure.
Ideal for a collector of ethnic art, an admirer of African cultures, or as a unique, energetic element of interior decoration. It is an object of great collectible and decorative value, telling the story of a distant, royal culture.
