Bidspirit auction | STATUETTE

STATUETTE - Standing human figure in metal alloy, with elongated proportions, bare feet and cylindrical loincloth; wears necklaces and a tall conical headdress. The arms descend alongside the torso, with hands clenched in front of the abdomen; the face exhibits globular eyes, a protruding mouth, and lateral appendages of the headdress. Surface with dark patina and coppery highlights, showing casting marks and slight irregularities. It presents characteristics that may refer to West African sculptural traditions, due to the headdress, adornments, and stylization of features.