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Large Bronze African Benin Tribal Pot / Container. C.1890
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Large Bronze African Benin Tribal Pot / Container. C.1890

19th century
Description

Stunning large and heavy (10Kg) African tribal Benin bronze pot / container. Circa 1890.

Impressive piece with superb decoration in the form of snakes eating a man, figural snake handles and large snails characteristic of Benin bronzes. Cast using the traditional lost wax method with several casting anomalies. Notably formation of the rim incomplete and several casting holes, typical of this method of construction.

Rare to have survived, and highly valued tribal piece. Excellent original patina. The hinged lid missing. This would have been connected to the top flange hole(s).

Physical Dimensions
Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Benin Vessel to the 1890s.

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SA1094888
Dealers Internal Reference
D:00061
Description
Stunning large and heavy (10Kg) African tribal Benin bronze pot / container. Circa 1890.
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Impressive piece with superb decoration in the form of snakes eating a man, figural snake handles and large snails characteristic of Benin bronzes.
Dragoncharger Antiques

Cast using the traditional lost wax method with several casting anomalies. Notably formation of the rim incomplete and several casting holes, typical of this method of construction.

Rare to have survived, and highly valued tribal piece. Excellent original patina. The hinged lid missing. This would have been connected to the top flange hole(s).

Height
31cm (12.20")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
24cm (9.45")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated this Antique Bronze Benin Vessel to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1094888
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00061
Dragoncharger Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2024

Specialising in early japanese cloisonne, edo enamel artisan period.

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Archive I A cast bronze vessel with raised relief figures, twin looped handles, and geometric surface markings.

Large Bronze African Benin Tribal Pot / Container. C.1890

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A cast bronze vessel with raised relief figures, twin looped handles, and geometric surface markings.
Large Bronze African Benin Tribal Pot / Container. c.1890
Ref: SA1094888
A cast bronze vessel with raised relief figures, twin looped handles, and geometric surface markings.
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  • ObjectVessels & Urns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWest African
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsRelief human figures, Twin side handles, Geometric surface patterning
  • SizeH 31 cm (12 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 24 cm (9 in)

This large and heavy dark bronze African Benin tribal pot from 1890 functions as a decorative vessel and container in the West African style. The cast piece displays relief human figures, twin side handles shaped as figural snakes, and geometric surface patterning, alongside an incomplete rim formation and several casting holes from the lost wax method. Standing upon a dark wooden cabinet, the dark bronze surface exhibits an original patina with visible metallic highlights and greenish corrosion around the hardware. The item measures 31 cm high, 30 cm wide, and 24 cm deep. Placed atop a sideboard in a gentleman's library or similar reception room, the container brings historical presence to an interior surface. The dark timber cabinet beneath features raised rectangular drawer fronts, decorative mouldings, and small metal ring pulls with greenish verdigris accents, set against a plain neutral backdrop. Collectors position this traditional tribal work as a statement display object within a domestic study or living space.

FAQs

Benin bronze vessels originate from the Kingdom of Benin in West Africa, renowned for lost-wax casting techniques developed over centuries primarily for royal, courtly, and ritual use.

These items were crafted using the lost-wax casting technique, utilizing copper alloy or bronze to form complex sculptural reliefs, integrated handles, and patterned surfaces.

Authentic pieces feature detailed relief human or animal figures, traditional geometric background engravings, visible lost-wax casting seams, and aged surface patination.

Display the pot as a standalone sculptural object on a wooden sideboard, console, or within a curated cabinet to add historical narrative and rich metal texture.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth or soft bristle brush. Avoid water, liquid polishes, or harsh abrasives to safeguard the natural oxidisation and original surface patina.
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