Kotoko Bronze Equestrian Figure

Dark and smoky, with one ribbed-cap rider holding something close.

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. Mount in charcoal-toned metal with a bold scroll for a head, thin rope-like cord around the neck and long tapered legs. The rider sits straight with a ribbed pointed cap and hands to the chest. It is 3 inches wide, 0.75 deep and 3.25 high.

Sober colour, sharp lines and a touch of swagger.