Kotoko Bronze Equestrian Figure

Two figures ride tandem, one in a ribbed cap and one in a smooth one.

This equestrian figure in cast bronze is Kotoko, from Chad, Central Africa, and dates to the 20th century. Cast bronze is made by pouring molten alloy of copper and tin into a mold, and the lost-wax method allows fine surface detail. Dark brown mount with a coiled head, a ridged collar and long, rounded legs. The front rider wears a tall banded cap and a second small figure sits behind with a rounded head. It is 2.75 inches wide, 0.75 deep and 3.5 high.

Snug seating for two, no complaints.