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Hand-Carved Duck-Form Mancala Game Board, African Folk Art

$1,075
£807.82
€936.89
CA$1,509.14
A$1,674.62
CHF 883.32
MX$20,443.47
NOK 11,175.71
SEK 10,466.95
DKK 6,991.86

About the Item

A beautifully hand-carved mancala board in the shape of a duck, likely originating from West Africa, mid-20th century. Crafted from a single piece of wood with rich patina and visible hand-tool marks, this folk art object features twelve carved game pits and sculpted duck heads at each end—adding both sculptural charm and cultural significance. Boards like this were traditionally used for games such as Oware or Congkak, played across Africa and parts of Southeast Asia. Today, this piece serves equally well as a decorative object or tabletop conversation piece, admired for its primitive artistry, symbolism, and organic form.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Hardwood
  • Place of Origin:
    Africa
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1940's-1960's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10487245651842

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