Sale 219 Lot 236

BENIN STYLE CAST BRASS LEOPARD FIGURE WITH CONCENTRIC ROSETTE SURFACE MOTIFS Crafted in the iconic artistic tradition of the Kingdom of Benin (modern-day Nigeria), this bronze-cast leopard figure features intricate concentric rosette incising that decorates the entire body to signify the royal cat's spots. Rendered with bared teeth, alert upright ears, and a gracefully swept tail, the vessel-like lost-wax casting represents royal authority, majesty, and power. height: 24 inches; width: 23 inches
$400-700

PROVENANCE: Collection of Bob Nothstein, Silver Spring, MD.
All proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit charitable causes.