Large African Tribal Bronze Ceremonial Pot, C 1890

19th century

Sold by Curious Antiques

Description

Stunning, unusual and large late 19th century African tribal bronze ceremonial pot or container,c 1890. This is an impressive piece, a good size and very heavy (10.2 kg) and it would undoubtedly have belonged to a Chieftain or other important figure. The decoration is beautiful ,it is covered in raised figures, snakes devouring men and other tribal motifs. The handles are in the form of snakes. It has great colour /patina. Overall condition is good given its age . There are several holes and minor losses ,for instance around the rim and handles but these are most probably original to the piece and part of the traditional lost wax casting process. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the piece or if you have any questions.

Size: 31 cm tall x 30 cm wide x 24 cm deep, weight 10.2 kg. I will happily ship worldwide, but this is a large piece so please contact me for a bespoke quote for your Country.

Physical Dimensions

Height

31cm (12.20")

Width

30cm (11.81")

Depth

24cm (9.45")

Declaration

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA735043

Dealers Notes

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Description

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The decoration is beautiful ,it is covered in raised figures, snakes devouring men and other tribal motifs.

Curious Antiques

The handles are in the form of snakes. It has great colour /patina. Overall condition is good given its age . There are several holes and minor losses ,for instance around the rim and handles but these are most probably original to the piece and part of the traditional lost wax casting process. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the piece or if you have any questions.

Size: 31 cm tall x 30 cm wide x 24 cm deep, weight 10.2 kg. I will happily ship worldwide, but this is a large piece so please contact me for a bespoke quote for your Country.