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Vintage African Mounted Wooden Sculpture

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Presenting a lovely vintage African mounted wooden sculpture. Made circa 1960 most likely in West Africa by the Luba Tribe. It is a large wooden sculpture made from a solid piece of African hardwood with a block base and 2 arms extending upwards. Most likely carved for ceremonial purposes or possibly as some sort of fertility symbol. Mounted on a square metal base with central support upwards through the piece. Clearly hand carved as is evidenced by the rough axe cuts.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good. A large crack to the rear but it appears to be historic to the piece.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3978122848892
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