Bidspirit auction | 20th c. Benin Bronze Figural

20th c. Benin Bronze Figural Chair - 20th century Benin bronze figural chair. The base of the chair with two tiers of standing figures. The back of the chair with two more tiers of standing and squatting figures. Incised and applied geometric decoration throughout the arms and the seat of the chair. Height: 46 in x width: 24 in x depth: 31 in. Weight: 144 lbs 3 oz. Condition: The chair is stable and sturdy. Tarnishing throughout. There are two missing figures along the base. One side of the chair is bent with cracks along the feet of the figures and along where the arm meets the chair. There are some losses along the edges throughout. There is a large crack to the center of the top railing. Dust and debris gathered in the recessed areas throughout. Areas of high polish along the arm rest.