Nigerian Benin Head - Woman with Towering Braid african art this extraordinary artifact embodies the

this extraordinary artifact embodies the deep spiritual traditions and artistic excellence of Central Africa

and a panel of concentric triangles carved in relief on each cheek contribute to the refined composition

where the wood itself becomes the focal point

communicate

This may depict animals

Nigerian Benin Head - Woman with Towering Braid african art this extraordinary artifact embodies theBenin Head from Nigeria 18th Century (7in X 9in X 20in ) This bronze crowned head is from the royal court of Benin, Nigeria. They are produced using the 'lost wax' method of bronze casting. The 'Benin Bronzes' (made of brass and bronze) are a group of sculptures that include elaborately decorated cast plaques, commemorative heads, animal and human figures, items of royal regalia, and personal ornaments. They were created from at least the 16th century