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Benin King Oba and Queen, Pair of Hand Carved Seated Ebony Figures West African
$1,195.06
£870
€1,019.15
CA$1,641.84
A$1,785.01
CHF 946.41
MX$21,397.69
NOK 12,028.41
SEK 11,019.66
DKK 7,616.84
About the Item
Charming Benin King Oba and his Queen. Terrific pair of Benin hand carved ebony hardwood figures.
Intricate detailing on each of these super West African carvings
Circa Mid 20th century
King Height 11.75 inch, Width 2.5 inch, Depth 4 inch
Queen Height 10.5 inch, Width 2.75 inch, Depth 4 inch
Note: Top of King's headress is fitted separately
Remarkably good condition. King has suffered loss to side headress and has at some point had a repair.
- Creator:People from Benin (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Repaired: The left side of King s headdress suffered loss and has had a repair. Detail in photo. Does not compromise the display of this pair. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Rothley, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5055132519562
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