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Leopard figurine. The leopard was in the old Benin a symbol for the Oba's spiritual and physical powers, which were traditionally regenerated by yearly sacrifices of a leopard. 19th century (Staden-Benin)
Title: sculpture, leopard, statuette,
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Leopard figurine.
The leopard was in the old Benin a symbol for the Oba's spiritual and physical powers, which were traditionally regenerated by yearly sacrifices of a leopard.
19th century (Staden-Benin).
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