(2) Vintage African Bronze Horseback Warrior. 

Pair of vintage bronze figures depicting warriors mounted on horseback. 

Largest Size: 7 1/2 x 1 3/4 x 8 1/4 in. 

African bronze-mounted warrior figurines are small-scale sculptures that celebrate martial prowess and the symbolic power of warriors within various African cultures, particularly among West African kingdoms like the Benin and Ife. Crafted primarily in bronze through the lost-wax casting technique, these figures often depict armed men in dynamic poses, carrying shields, spears, or ceremonial regalia, emphasizing both physical strength and social status. The bronze not only conveys durability and permanence but also signifies wealth and ritual importance, as metalwork was highly valued and often associated with royal courts or spiritual protection. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these figurines functioned as cultural markers, preserving historical memory, reinforcing societal hierarchy, and honoring the valor of warriors in ceremonial contexts.

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