Benin Bronze Oba Head – Oba Eweka II | Lost Wax Bronze Sculpture
$2,600.00
Handcrafted in Benin City, Nigeria, using the traditional lost-wax casting technique practiced by Benin bronze guild artisans.
A striking bronze bust of Oba Eweka II, ruler of the Benin Kingdom from 1914 to 1933. Handcrafted in Nigeria using the ancient lost-wax casting technique, this sculpture reflects the remarkable metalworking traditions of the Benin royal court.
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Description
The bronze casting tradition of the Benin Kingdom in present-day Nigeria stands among the most celebrated artistic achievements of West Africa. For centuries, master artisans in Benin City have produced royal sculptures honouring kings, ancestors and court ceremonies using techniques passed down through generations. This remarkable bronze bust represents Oba Eweka II, the king of Benin who ruled from 1914 to 1933, a period that saw the continued revival and preservation of Benin cultural identity and royal heritage. Created using the ancient lost-wax casting technique, the sculpture is first modelled in wax before being encased in clay and cast in molten metal, allowing every fine detail of the original design to be preserved in bronze. The Oba is portrayed with a calm, dignified expression and adorned with symbolic royal regalia, including the ceremonial crown and layered neck rings that echo the coral bead collars traditionally worn by Benin royalty as symbols of authority, lineage and sacred kingship. Cast in very heavy solid bronze, the piece possesses an impressive weight and sculptural presence, reflecting both the skill of the artisans and the cultural importance of royal portraiture within the Benin court tradition. With its rich bronze surface, intricate detailing and commanding form, this sculpture makes a striking display piece within a gallery setting, architectural niche or curated collection of African art, bringing with it the history, craftsmanship and enduring cultural legacy of the Benin Kingdom.
Dimensions
Height: 40 cm
Width: 19 cm
Depth: 14 cm
Materials
Solid Cast Bronze
Technique
Traditional Lost-Wax Casting
Origin
Benin Kingdom, Nigeria – West Africa
Styling Notes
This sculpture displays beautifully within an architectural niche, on a stone or travertine pedestal, or as part of a curated African art display where the warm bronze tones contrast elegantly with neutral interiors and natural materials.
Additional information
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