Bidspirit auction | AFRICAN WOODEN CROCODILE HEAD

AFRICAN WOODEN CROCODILE HEAD - Ca. 19th - 20th century AD. A large, powerfully carved wooden structure depicting a stylised crocodile head, with bold geometric incisions and textured surface patterns evoking scales. The wide open mouth and raised crest emphasise the animal’s potency as a symbol of strength and protection in many African traditions. Size: 730mm x 230mm; Weight: 6.83kgProvenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Zemanek Munster, 69 Tribal Art, Lot 116.This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.