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Vintage Makonde Blackwood Sculpture From Tanzania
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Sculpted by an artist of the highest skill, this Makonde carving from Tanzania is a brilliant and graceful image of two figures. Made out of heavy and dense African blackwood, this is an example of the very best Makonde sculpture. Striking in design. Perfect in execution. Very difficult to take your eyes off of it.
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1990's
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU972435349312
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