Ancient recade (MAKPO, FON former kingdom of Dahomey, Benin) Object embodying and representing royal power, here of King BEHANZIN (1845-1906) The wrought-iron head represents a viper's head on the front, and a shark's head on the back. The handle in patinated wood H. 50 cm (some scratches)
Live Tuesday 1 October 2024・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 239

Ancient recade (MAKPO, FON former kingdom of Dahomey, Benin) Object embodying and representing royal power, here of King BEHANZIN (1845-1906) The wrought-iron head represents a viper's head on the front, and a shark's head on the back. The handle in patinated wood H. 50 cm (some scratches)

Estimate
€500 - €800
Result
Not communicated
Buyer's premium
30%
Ancient recade (MAKPO, FON former kingdom of Dahomey, Benin) Object embodying and representing royal power, here of King BEHANZIN (1845-1906) The wrought-iron head represents a viper's head on the front, and a shark's head on the back. The handle in patinated wood H. 50 cm (some scratches)
Sale
Literature, Fine and Decorative Arts of Yesterday and Today
Tuesday 1 October 2024・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris