1124 - Crocodile, Lobi, Burkina Faso, 19th–20th centuries

Crocodile, Lobi, Burkina Faso, 19th–20th centuries Wrought iron. Dimensions: 81 cm in length. A zoomorphic piece made of wrought iron, designed as a stylized representation of a crocodile. The body is elongated, with a pronounced central line and stylized limbs, while the head features raised eyes and simplified features. The piece displays a strong formal synthesis and handcrafted execution characteristic of the region’s metalworking tradition. The surface retains a dark patina, oxidation, and irregularities typical of wrought iron and its age. Item is located in an 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.