West Africa, Republic of Benin, Ouidah, Fon/Hweda/Yoruba peoples. A brass and iron figure from a memorial staff (asen), showing a seated dignitary with one arm extended.

Asen are portable altars made of iron and brass that are planted in the ground in honour of deceased family members. Figures and staffs like these were also displayed in royal compounds to affirm kingly power, usually depicting a king with related motifs.