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An African Brass Royal Stool, Benin, 20th Century,

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An African Brass Royal Stool, Benin, 20th Century,

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Description

An African Brass Royal Stool, Benin, 20th Century, Depicting the iconography of a smith's tools on seat and a coiled serpent on the base.
Dimensions: h: 15 x dia: 11 1/2 in.
Provenance: The Collection of Ann and Norman Roulet.
Other Notes: Proceeds to benefit the Cleveland Institute of Art's Ann and Norman Roulet Student and Alumni Gallery.

Condition

Note condition: pitting in metal.

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An African Brass Royal Stool, Benin, 20th Century,

Name: An African Brass Royal Stool, Benin, 20th Century,
SKU: 31188148
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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