Pair of Late Ninteenth to Early Twentieth Century African [Benin] Hand Cast Bronze Leopards of Significant Size

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Late nineteenth to early twentieth century hand cast African leopards from Benin. These leopards, although a pair, are individually different upon close inspection. The leopard's smile in one has quite a different slant than the other. The spots on both are in different positions. The castings in spots are a bit rough [at the inner belly opening and at the bottom of the feet]. These were obvious sand casts, completely hand made, and each cat is unique. Dimensions: 18" in height, 17" in length from curve of tail to front paw, width 8.5" at the hind legs.

Item Details

Reference #:
3172
Quantity
1
Category
Metals
SubCategory
Brass/Bronze
Department
Antiques (approx100yrs)
Year
Circa 1880-1920.
Dimensions
(Width x Height X Depth)
x x
Weight
Unknown
Condition
Fine original condition throughout.
Material