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This is the rating and price for Pair Of Fine Benin African Bronze Headdresses



Description : Fine example of ceremonial bronze headdresses with woven bottoms, straw hair and alligator or crocodile top having inset shell teeth.Ê These Benin African tribal masks measuring approx 30 tall.Ê Bronze and ivory objects had a variety of functions in the ritual and courtly life of the Kingdom of Benin. They were used principally to decorate the royal palace, which contained many bronze works. They were hung on the pillars of the palace by nails punched directly through them.
Price: 295.20 USD It's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 250 USD-450 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 327
Title : Pair Of Fine Benin African Bronze Headdresses
Premier Auction Galleries, auctioneer, Chesterland, US It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Spring Sterling, Lamps, Antiques & Fine Arts
Sale date : 28 Mar 2020 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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