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African 20th Century Makonde Abstract Figure, Carved Wood Art

$1,500
£1,123.86
€1,310
CA$2,111.28
A$2,149.06
CHF 1,223.29
MX$25,940.77
NOK 14,264.19
SEK 14,436.18
DKK 9,793.02

About the Item

African 20th Century carved wood Makonde abstract figure in Shetani style (Swahili: \"devil\"). Using otherworldly physical traits in 5 forms: human, mammal, fish, bird and reptile, this piece is notable for its prominent eyes, fluid openwork form and a ridged face on the opposing side. Wear to finish with some losses, chip on the forehead, restoration on one leg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21 in (53.34 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Other,Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Africa
  • Period:
    20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired.
  • Seller Location:
    Queens, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: NWL69071stDibs: LU977947277402

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