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Ndatite Ilo
African Tutsi Rwanda Wooden Sculpture Madonna and Baby by Ndatite Ilo

20th Century

$3,000
£2,280.83
€2,632.16
CA$4,199.20
A$4,701.98
CHF 2,453.26
MX$57,290.15
NOK 31,130.08
SEK 29,596.42
DKK 19,647.34
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An impressive African wooden statue figurine sculpture by Tutsti tribe artist Ndatite Ilo from Rwanda. Featuring a lovely black woman, sort of Madonna, carrying a baby in her arms. Spectacular rangy shape with fine detailing carving and great facial expression. The sculpture stands on a custom-made red velvet base. Signature of artist underside: "NDATITE ILO - EAA NYUNDO." EAA Nyundo is a decorative arts school in Nyundo (Nyundo is a Community in the Rubavu district of western province, Rwanda, on the Sebeya River to the east of Gisenyi. It is the location of one of the first Catholic missions to be established in Rwanda and today is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Nyundo.) Measurements: Overall: 4.75 in wide (12 cm) x 4.32 in deep (11 cm) x 24.75 in high (63 cm). Base: 4.75 in wide (12 cm) x 4.32 in deep (11 cm) x 2.38 in high (6 cm). Sculpture alone: 3.94 in wide (10 cm) x 3.38 in deep (8.5 cm) x 23.19 in high (59 cm).
  • Creator:
    Ndatite Ilo (African)
  • Creation Year:
    20th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.75 in (62.87 cm)Width: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Depth: 4.32 in (10.98 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3P172CEACCH1stDibs: LU1212214186142

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