African Art at the
Ralph Proctor Gallery"From the Realm of the Blacksmith"
Bust of an Oba
- country: Nigeria
- ethnic group: Benin (Yoruba)
- medium: cast bronze/brass
- size: 20" H x 8" W x 6" D
- price: $3,500.
This bust was placed on an altar to commemorate an Oba. His entire garment and his crown were covered in pink coral.