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Lot 705

A MALE AND A FEMALE BRONZE FIGURE

Estimated Value:

2.000 € - 3.000 €

Result:

incl. Premium and VAT

Description:

Probably Nigeria, Ogboni (?), West Africa
H. 51,5 / 53,5 cm (o.S.)
Cast in the lost mould. The male and female figures are each decorated with elaborate hair and scar ornaments. The male figure is equipped with the attributes of the hunter, quiver and dagger. The female figure, on the other hand, holds tools for farming in her hands.
From the collection of Helmut Haselbauer, staff member of Ludwig Bretschneider (1909 - 1987), acquired before 1987 - Minor damages due to age