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STATUETTE - Figure in metal alloy representing a musician, standing on a hollow cubic base, blowing a long trumpet. Face with prominent eyes and conical headdress; frontal body with emphasized proportions, densely incised garments and ornaments, serrated collar, and possible quiver on the back. Brownish-green patina that highlights the reliefs and casting marks. It exhibits characteristics that may refer to West African productions, possibly related to the universe of Benin.