The NCMM Collection
Benin Bronze Leopard
A standing bronze leopard with a pointed ears, whisker marks and dentition shown and a long long tail.
Aquamanilla
Benin
Description
Bronze leopard with a lid at the top of the head. It was once used to hold altar water.
Locality: Benin
Chronology: 16th Century
Provenance: South-south
Material: Copper and Tin
Measurement: H 71.5cm, B 16.2cm, W 18.1kg
Current Location: National Museum Lagos