Yoruba Sculpture Study (Untitled #6 Benin Series)

n. d.

Vivian Browne

Associated Names
Vivian Browne

Artist, American, 1929 - 1973

The image displays angular and curved lines creating an abstract figure resembling a king or warrior seated on a throne. The textured surface is made with hatched lines, suggesting patterned textiles or armor. The figure wears a tall, pointed headdress, holds a slender object like a sword in one hand, and a rectangle, potentially a shield, in the other. Diagonal hatch marks in the background imply depth, resembling columns or rays of light. The figure's facial features are marked with lines, providing a mask-like quality similar to stylized theatrical masks or ceremonial artifacts.
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Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Camille Billops

Associated Names

Inscriptions

"Trust of Vivian E. Brown" verso, lower left margin, graphite. "N-6" verso, lower right margin, graphite.

Markings

"VEB" verso, red stamped ink.

Watermarks

None.


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