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Joe Addai
'Barbershop Designs', Kumasi, Accra, Ghana, Jah Bless, African Hair Styles, Folk

Circa 1990

$2,800
£2,111.48
€2,442.03
CA$3,928.39
A$4,366.64
CHF 2,288.90
MX$53,327.29
NOK 28,575.61
SEK 26,884.32
DKK 18,226.57

About the Item

A whimsical and unique, Ghanaian barbershop haircut board signed, upper left, 'Joe Addai' (Ghanaian, 20th century), inscribed 'City Boy Artworks, Kumasi' and painted circa 1995. A compelling piece of contemporary African Folk Art, painted on plywood and overflowing with vibrant life and humor.
  • Creator:
    Joe Addai (Ghanian)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1990
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 51.13 in (129.88 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    minor edge losses and splitting, visible wood grain throughout, overall wear and distressing to paint; unframed; shows well.
  • Gallery Location:
    Santa Cruz, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU34416841752

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