Vintage Carved Wood African Bust Profile Relief Plaques Pair Wall Art 12"

Description

View Vintage Carved Wood African Bust Profile Relief Plaques Pair Wall Art 12" with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Condition & Surface Character Both wooden plaques are structurally sound with no cracks, splits, or structural repairs. The carved wood surfaces showcase a hand-rubbed wax finish with authentic contrast between the darker stained hair and facial details and the lighter raw-carved wood along the bases. Overview  This complimentary pair of hand-carved hardwood profile plaques depicts a man and a woman carrying traditional burdens atop their heads. Executed in dense, warm-toned timber, one figure balances a woven basket brimming with market produce, while the other balances a tied bundle vessel. Fitted with brass mounting loops on the reverse, these vintage sculptures offer an expressive textural feature for Mid-Century Modern, Boho Chic, Global Eclectic, or Wabi-Sabi interior wall arrangements. Cultural & Artistic Background  Rooted in mid-to-late 20th-century Sub-Saharan folk art traditions, this pair celebrates regional daily life, market culture, and domestic craftsmanship. The artisans carved both figures in dynamic profile, emphasizing individual hair texturing, headwraps, facial facial contours, and traditional scalloped necklines. The detailed relief work on the basket weave and vessel ties showcases fine hand-chiseling techniques and classical figurative narrative art. Condition & Surface Character  Both wooden plaques are structurally sound with no cracks, splits, or structural repairs. The carved wood surfaces showcase a hand-rubbed wax finish with authentic contrast between the darker stained hair and facial details and the lighter raw-carved wood along the bases. Minor handling wear, subtle surface scuffs, and age-consistent finish variations are present. Both original metal hanging wire loops are firmly secured to the back. Dimensions & Weight Height:  12.0 inches Width/Diameter:  4.0 inches Depth:  0.8 inches Weight Profile:  Light to Moderate Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › African › 1900-Now › Figures & Sculptures.

Country of Origin

United States

Handmade

Yes