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Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

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A compatible pair of superbly crafted African busts in an extraordinary exotic hardwood. Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribesmen. Intricately carved in detail especially to hair and headdress. Both with incised signature "Nzambu" on bottom. Dimensions: Bust #1 - 24 1/4" x 7" W x 9 1/2" D Bust #2 - 24" x 11" D x 10" W Condition: Please see detail photos. Various signs of age include both with top to bottom stable age cracks, other multiple stable age cracks which do not detract from the fine and powerful presentation.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3303291stDibs: LU1755244364852

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