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LOT 2152
African Bronze Statue of a Warrior
20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/8 in. (14.5 grams, 55 mm).
Depicted with an emphasised head with stylised features, wearing a headdress with long lappets and three plaits to the back of the head; simple loincloth with a rectangular apron covering his emphasised phallus that he supports with his left hand; flat-section extensions beneath the legs. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Symes Gallery, London, UK, collection.
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African Bronze Statue of a Warrior
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Depicted with an emphasised head with stylised features, wearing a headdress with long lappets and three plaits to the back of the head; simple loincloth with a rectangular apron covering his emphasised phallus that he supports with his left hand; flat-section extensions beneath the legs. 14.5 grams, 55 mm
Ex Symes Gallery, London, UK, collection. -
Ethnographic Terracotta Figure Biting a Rope
Circa 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Crouching, holding a braided U-shaped bar in both hands and in the mouth; braided twine to waist and neck, remains to head; red and white pigment; Oceanian workmanship. 680 grams, 19 cm
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. -
Large African Slave Trade Manilla Currency Bracelet Pair
19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Pair of hinged bracelets with bell-shaped ends, punched, pointillé and other detailing; pierced to accept a fastening pin. 1.41 kg total, 89-95 mm
Acquired from Morphets Auctions, Yorkshire, UK. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
