Antelope Figure – Bronze – Bobo – Burkina Faso

Description

Beautiful bronze antelope figure from the Bobo tribe of Burkina Faso. Poured according to the old technique of lost wax, each piece is original and unique.

Provenance: Manfred Schäfer collection, ex- gallery owner from Ulm, Germany.

Object:

Antelope figure

Ethnic group:

Bobo

Country:

Burkina Faso

Material:

Bronze

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

11x10x2 cm

Weight:

170 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $80.00

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Antelope Figure – Bronze – Bobo – Burkina Faso

Lot 0053

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