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Bust of a Maasai Tribesman

About the Item

Skillfully executed bust of a Maasai tribes man, carved in a dense ebony. Ebony is found only in the Sahara desert; the interior of the tree is solid black and as you move away from the center the brown black grain appears as it does in this sculpture.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid Century or Earlier
  • Condition:
    wonderful aged patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Asheville, NC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U1104208899155

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