Impressive African Carved and Beaded Figural Sculpture

Item Details

An impressive hand-carved and beaded African figural sculpture. The sculpture is made of carved wood, which has been completely covered with intricate beadwork. The sculpture depicts a standing man, with black hair, red face with black and white accents, and the body is covered in a black and white horizontal zig-zag pattern. The figure stands holding a curved object across his stomach, with a small turquoise blue vessel or object just above. No maker’s marks.

Condition

to fair:
Surface dust/grime throughout
wear or loss of beading in areas

Dimensions

Item #

17DEN101-014