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Benin, Bronze Hip Mask of a Dignitary, Nigeria, 19th C.

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Benin, Bronze Hip Mask of a Dignitary, Nigeria, 19th C.

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Description

Bronze
Benin peoples, Nigeria, 19th century
Depiction of a dignitary
Oval head with tri-crested coiffure, interlinking bands atop forehead
Large oval eyes, large nose, full mouth
Lower portion of mask decorated with an openwork zig-zag pattern on lower edge of face
Loop on upper rim for suspension
Mounted on a metal base
Dimensions: 18 x 11.5 cm
Good condition
Provenance: ex-Collection John Gilstoff, London, England

This small mask-like ornaments were worn by Benin chiefs and titleholders as part of elaborate ceremonial costumes. They are traditionally attached to the left hip, covering the closure of the wrapped skirt. The ornaments presumably represent the chiefs and titleholders themselves and serve as a signifiers to reinforce their status.

Literature:

Cf. Barbara Plankensteiner (ed.), Benin. Könige und Rituale, Wien 2007, p. 358 ff.

Cf. Kate Ezra, Royal Art of Benin, New York 1992, p. 154 ff.

Cf. Felix von Luschan, Alterthümer von Benin, Textband, Berlin 1919, p. 375

Condition:

The mask is in good condition with signs of wear consistent with age and use. A small tear to the lower openwork band. Minor casting flaws. The dimensions are 18 x 11.5 cm.

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Benin, Bronze Hip Mask of a Dignitary, Nigeria, 19th C.

Name: Benin, Bronze Hip Mask of a Dignitary, Nigeria, 19th C.
SKU: 35740704
Price: 4800 EUR
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Estimate €4,800 - €6,000

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