Small African bronze sculpture, collectible statues and sculptures.
Small African bronze sculpture, collectible statues and sculptures.
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€156,00
Regular price
€195,00
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AFRICAN BRONZE FIGURE
Bronze figure possibly of fertility with beautiful patina and with a lizard on its back, this animal symbolizes life.
Material: Bronze
Height: 19cm
Weight: 458 grams
Patina: Original and intact patina.
Period: Mid-20th century.
Condition: The condition is good, with imperfections and wear from use and inclement weather. It is not new nor a souvenir.
In African art, far from copying nature, the African artist interprets it, the sculpture being eminently expressionist. The artist does not seek to reproduce what he sees, but rather reinterprets the "life force" captured by the artist.
The artist works by hand guided by secular techniques that he has learned from his teachers.
African symbolism is natural and intuitive and is embodied in stereotypical patterns or in the acceptance of easy-to-understand natural signs.
THE BIG HEAD symbolizes energy and strength since this organ is the fundamental part of the human body.
Large breasts in women indicate fertility.
THE PROMINENT SEX OF THE MALE FIGURE idealizes procreation. Both elements are often seen in the statues of the ancestors who gave rise to the clan.
A prominent abdomen or thick legs also refer to strength, the navel is related to vitality.
EYES with slits symbolize the surveillance that the ancestor exercises from them.
HAIRSTYLES or TATTOOS can refer to the social position of the deceased.
The use of ANIMALS or parts of them reflects the artist's intention to highlight some quality.
The lion, the panther or the hippopotamus can mean power, the snake, agility. The lizard, life and the turtle, long life, among the most important.
Do not hesitate to request all the extra information you need, we will be happy to assist you.
See the photos to get your own impression (please note that the photos were taken under artificial light, so colors may differ)
All the items we sell have their own personality, they are not new, they are unique pieces with wear and imperfections due to the passage of time. We love the patina of time, but if you don't like it you can spend a little time cleaning it and it will be perfect.
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