Vintage West African Protection Bronze Statue

Vintage West African Protection Bronze Statue
estimated era 19th Century
H 23 1/4in x W 7 5/8in
The snake on the helmet is a meaning:
snakes are symbols of the earth because of their close proximity to the ground. In other African regions snakes symbolize immortality because some species will bite and hold onto their tails, forming a circle. They also symbolize fertility and protection.
Estate item sold as is , non returnable