#90 Benin Bronze Oba King Soldier Musician Nigeria African 9" H by 5.25"

Exquisite 9" H by 4.5" W by 5.25" D Benin Bronze Oba King figure from Nigeria, featuring a striking verdigris patina. A true representation of royal art, created to honor the divine ancestry of the OBA, or great king. This unique piece was crafted using the lost wax technique, resulting in a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. This traditional method has been used by skilled Benin brass casters since the fifteenth or sixteenth century, primarily creating pieces for the monarchy and occasionally for chiefs.