Available for AcquisitionSculpture In Progress

The Ancestral Guardian

Dimensions: 48 x 22 x 18 cm · 2026

Cast bronze figure honoring lineage and protection, inspired by historic Benin court metallurgy.

Oshodi, Lagos

Patron Plaque

Raw material casting sponsored by: Adeola Adelekan, Marcus Sterling, Dr. Yemi Peters

Acquisition Price$637

Behind the Piece: Living Process

Wax Model & Core

Crafting the sacred ceremonial headdress from natural palm-beeswax mixture over a refractory clay core.

3 weeks ago

Smelting & Pour

The fired clay mold is evacuated in the pit kiln, and molten bronze alloy is channeled into the void.

10 days ago

Chasing & Patina

Removing investment sprues, detailed surface chisel engraving, and applying warm organic camwood oil patina.

Yesterday

$590