Carved African Bust Made Of Exotic Wood, 20th Century

African bust carved from exotic wood, dating from the 20th century.

The sculpture depicts a stylized African figure with an elongated, expressive profile. The face features powerful features, incised markings on the forehead, a finely textured hairstyle, and a section of the shoulder carved in relief. The wood displays a beautiful natural grain, with deep brown hues and highly decorative dark lines.

The contrast between the polished surfaces of the face and neck and the more heavily carved areas of the hair and shoulder lends the piece a strong presence. The piece has a strong decorative character, making it ideal for a collection of African art, decorative tribal art, or 20th-century wood sculptures.

A beautiful decorative object, perfect for display on a console table, a shelf, a pedestal, or in a collector’s home.

In good overall condition, with slight signs of age and natural variations in the wood.

Period: 20th century
Origin: Africa / African work
Material: Carved exotic wood
Style: Decorative African art
Type: Bust / sculpture
Dimensions: 48 cm high x 27 cm wide x 17 cm deep
Condition: Good overall condition