Kotoko Bronze Equestrian Figure

Sitting very upright, hands clasped, beneath the tallest ribbed cap.

This equestrian figure in cast bronze is Kotoko, from Chad, Central Africa, and dates to the 20th century. The Kotoko peoples of the Lake Chad basin are known for small cast metal figures, and horse and rider subjects are among the forms associated with the region. Slim golden mount with a spiral neck, long tapered legs and a twisted band at the throat. The rider has clasped hands and a tall conical cap marked with horizontal ridges. It is 3 inches wide, 0.75 deep and 3.25 high.

Prim in the saddle and entirely at ease.