Lot n° 216
Estimation :
1000 - 1500
EUR
FON, Abomey, Benin. - Lot 216
FON, Abomey, Benin.
Imposing animal sculpture representing a lion, symbol of strength and power of the Abomey king Glele (1859-1889).
Made of wood covered with brass and iron plates, the copper plates are decorated with stamped motifs.
Work by an Abomey workshop, circa 1950.
Width: 113 cm.
Height Height : 51 cm.
Length: 27 cm.
Bibliography: MASSA Gabriel - Sculptures animières d'Afrique noire (1996), p. 134
Oxidation, minor damage
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