Bidspirit auction | Leopard head mask. Benin, 20th

Leopard head mask. Benin, 20th century - Wood. Dimensions: 10 × 14 × 6 cm. Small wooden mask depicting the head of a leopard, an animal closely associated with royal power and authority in the artistic traditions of the ancient Kingdom of Benin. The leopard, a symbol of strength, sovereignty, and protection, was a recurring motif in courtly and ritual art. Despite its small size, the piece stands out for the expressiveness of the carving and the clarity of its iconography, making it a symbolic and decorative object within the context of 20th-century African art. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required.