This beautifully cast bronze figure depicts a female standing in an upright position, with her hands resting on her stomach. There is what appears to be a snake running from her breasts down to her navel, and on either side are raised scarification markings.
As indicated by the representation of the snake on her stomach, it is likely that this piece was kept as a protective charm to warn away illnesses. The alloy used in the casting is a mixture of copper and bronze, and as a result of its age, the surface of the figure has developed a lovely verdigris and worn patina.
Ex Romy Rey Collection, London
Estimated Period: 19th Century
Height: 11.5cm
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