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2025-02-24 17:38:07 UTClfleetwood79
Excellent design.
The model is a depiction of a bronze figurine representing an Edo warrior accompanied by a hunting leopard. Originating from the 16th century, this artifact is associated with the Benin Empire, a pre-colonial African state situated in present-day Nigeria, lasting from 1440 to 1897. It’s crucial to note that the historical Benin Empire should not be conflated with the contemporary country named Benin (formerly Dahomey).
Source: Omorogbe, Aigbe. Edo Warrior with ceremonial Leopard, Bronze-cast(lost-wax), Private collection, Benin city
High Poly Model attached in the additional files