Hand Made Antique Benin Bronze Ceremonial Vessel with Lid x 1 From Benin, Nigeria

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION        

This is an antique Benin Bronze ceremonial vessel with a lid. A Benin Bronze oracle vintage castry. The leopard on the lid is said to represent the Oba, the king, and signifies power, authority and royalty. The two heads represent stylised warriors, royal ancestors or court officials. This is a high end piece made by the "lost wax" casting process used in the mid 1900's. Natural tarnish, gritty core remnants. (not artificially aged). A substantial weight of 8.26 kg and large size of 48 x 26 cm makes this a significant artifact. This is not a tourist replica. The Oba Leopard fisual is a royal mark but is a 1960's cast made in Nigeria as a copy of an original piece in order to preserve the tradition and skills of this craft of Bronze, Brass and Copper centuries old artisanal trade. It is an interior decor statement piece of West African bronze foundry art with intricate detail.

PRODUCT DATA 
Locality =  Benin, Nigeria
Grade = A Grade
Size = 480 x 260 x 280 mm