Plaque
A plaque showing three male figures with weapons and ornate headdresses. The central figure is larger than the two flanking him. The figure on the left holds a curved object in both hands. The central figure holds a curved object in his right hand. The figure on the right holds a curved object in his left hand. All three figures wear short skirts and patterned tops. The background has an etched floral design. The plaque is made of dark brown material, possibly bronze. The plaque has a rough edge and several holes. The artist is unknown, but the style is associated with the Benin Empire. The title of the piece is "Plaque".
Artwork Details
- Dimensions
- 710 × 893 px
- Museum Record
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