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ANCIENT IGBO BRONZE JANUS FORM SCULPTURE, AFRICAN ART

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ANCIENT IGBO BRONZE JANUS FORM SCULPTURE, AFRICAN ART

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A very rare and fascinating bronze sculpture of a male and female couple, shown back to back with arms outstretched, large spiral ears and archaic looking faces. The bronze is heavily pitted, though this may be from the lost wax method of casting as well. Igbo or related tribe, Nigeria, Africa. The sculpture measures 9 inches tall including the custom display stand.

Condition

Fair, heavily weathered

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ANCIENT IGBO BRONZE JANUS FORM SCULPTURE, AFRICAN ART

Name: ANCIENT IGBO BRONZE JANUS FORM SCULPTURE, AFRICAN ART
SKU: 68486422
Price: 370 USD
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