Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method
$1,800
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Attributed to: People from Benin (Designer)
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Dimensions: Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
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Style: Tribal (In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques: Bronze,Cast
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Place of Origin: Benin
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Date of Manufacture: Late 20th Century
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Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
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Reference Number:FB52613657293
Description
Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method
Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax ‘Bronze’ Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries old, the ‘Lost Wax’ method involves a mold created in wax and the molten metal poured in. The wax melts – or is ‘lost’, leaving the cast piece. King Height 7 inch, Width 2.5 inch, Depth 4.5 inch Weight 2lb 2oz Queen Height 7 inch, Width 4 inch, Depth 4 inch Weight 2lb 0oz Circa Late 20th Century Excellent condition Wear consistent with age and use
