HUGE Hand Carved AFRICAN WOOD Wall Hanging LION ELEPHANT GIRAFFES Round SIGNED

Description: HUGE Hand Carved AFRICAN WOOD Wall Hanging LION ELEPHANT GIRAFFES SIGNED. Made in Kenya in the 1950s. Purchased at an estate sale of a world travelerRound, 18.25" diameter x 1.5" deepExquisite Quality, Carved From One Solid Piece Of What I Believe Is African Blackwood/ woodgrain is visible and gorgeous and the artist has allowed its beauty to shine throughVery HeavyThis gorgeous sculpture is carved with wonderful and very lifelike skill, and portrays a scene in the shape of the continent of Africa. There is a hand carved incredibly detailed lion, elephant, and 2 giraffes eating leaves off of trees. The piece is edged with beautiful carved border swirls around the entire circular piece of woodThis sculpture is museum quality- the tool marks are very beautiful and varied.These pieces are getting harder and harder to find, and this Art carving in particular is fabulous. There is a depth of field and dimensionality to the piece that is not often seen. The animals truly look like they could step right out of the wood!An heirloom piece, stunning Back of piece is signed with 3 carved initials- DSA/ there are tiny hole marks in the back which would correspond to perhaps tabletop legs being attached, long since removed. The holes are very shallow/minor and there is no splitting or cracks near them. Photographed in indoor and outdoor lighting to highlight the beauty of the wood Excellent Condition No chips, no nicks, no cracks, no repairs. Color of wood is very deep dark brownish red, with a very nice sheen and the patina of age.This is a piece that will look stunning on display and would make a beautiful addition to any Art collection. Can easily have a hanging hook screwed into the back, up to buyer. Ships fully insured & w tracking provided As always, my items are packed with EXTRA bubble wrap and extreme care to insure a safe arrival. Please check my other listings for more FABULOUS VINTAGE collectibles, glass, china, tea sets and cups, and unique treasures. I add several new listings per week. Please note the following, dear fellow shopping enthusiasts: I strive to give you the best service possible. I am not a dealer or professional, just a lifelong collector and enthusiast. I only list items that I think are unique and of good quality. I represent my items as accurately and clearly as I can, and believe it is always better for you to have too much information than not enough! Please ask any questions before bidding, I will happily respond. Remember, these are vintage items and will have reasonable signs of age and wear which only adds to their personality, appeal and "funky vintage-ness". They are not in their original boxes unless noted. I do not excessively clean items or remove age patina, as I want to leave that option for the buyer. I will promptly ship your item within 1 business day and post great positive feedback for you once payment is received. Go Green! I try to re-use clean, almost-new shipping boxes when possible. I will gladly combine shipping on multiple items for you. Thank you for looking

Price: 152.99 USD

Location: Rush, New York

End Time: 2024-12-11T14:42:21.000Z

Shipping Cost: 25 USD