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African Tribal Bronze Chieftains / Prestige Staff, C1910
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African Tribal Bronze Chieftains / Prestige Staff, C1910

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 January 1900 · Curious Antiques
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Very fine early 20th century African tribal bronze staff,c1910.This is the finest example I have seen in over 35 years of collecting African bronzes and this is no doubt a prestige piece for ceremonial use by a Chieftain/high ranking tribal dignitary. It is most likely from the Yoruba tribal area (West Africa) given the quality of the craftsmanship. The staff is beautifully cast in the traditional lost wax method, it is heavy at 3.4kg and is profusely decorated with tribal figures, a coiled snake , scorpions, crocodiles etc. The handle is presented in figural form as a serpent head , complete with scales running along its back. The quality of the decoration and level of detail to the figures, coiled snake etc is amazing. The staff has taken on great colour/patina with some Verdigris and condition is very good with no obvious defects or issues. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 98cm long x 3.5cm diameter at widest point, weight 3.4kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA877550
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Very fine early 20th century African tribal bronze staff,c1910.
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This is the finest example I have seen in over 35 years of collecting African bronzes and this is no doubt a prestige piece for ceremonial use by a Chieftain/high ranking tribal dignitary.
Curious Antiques

It is most likely from the Yoruba tribal area (West Africa) given the quality of the craftsmanship. The staff is beautifully cast in the traditional lost wax method, it is heavy at 3.4kg and is profusely decorated with tribal figures, a coiled snake , scorpions, crocodiles etc. The handle is presented in figural form as a serpent head , complete with scales running along its back. The quality of the decoration and level of detail to the figures, coiled snake etc is amazing. The staff has taken on great colour/patina with some Verdigris and condition is very good with no obvious defects or issues. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK delivery. Please contact me regarding international shipping.

Size: 98cm long x 3.5cm diameter at widest point, weight 3.4kg.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA877550
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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Telephone 07795 237 189
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Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2015
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Items Sold 374
Curious Antiques
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Location: Curious Antiques, Timeline Antiques Centre, Midland Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9JR, United Kingdom
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African Tribal Bronze Chieftains / Prestige Staff, c1910
African Tribal Bronze Chieftains / Prestige Staff, c1910
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)
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