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A Makonde Piggy Back Maternity Sculpture

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A Makonde Piggy Back Maternity Sculpture

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Description

A wonderfully exaggerated carved wooden female maternity effigy with child on her back, all carved from a single piece of wood. The figure has a well worn and weathered surface and overall well handled patina. The figure has been custom mounted and measures 27 inches tall on custom base. Makonde or related ethnic group, Tanzania / Mozambique, Africa. Provenance: The Dr Brian Healy estate, New York.

Condition

fair, well handled and worn

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A Makonde Piggy Back Maternity Sculpture

Name: A Makonde Piggy Back Maternity Sculpture
SKU: 135670519
Price: 1500 USD
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Estimate $500 - $800

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