Lot 408
BUSTA OF THE KING

First half of 20th century
metal
40 cm (h)

Starting price

3 500 CZK
| 146 €

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Price realized

9 500 CZK
| 396 €

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A very successful casting in the style of ancient Benin bronzes, the head of a king ("oba") with a decorative bird crown, made using the lost wax method. A very nice and decorative cast object made of light alloy, with a charming patina. Probably Nigeria, circa mid-20th century.