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Beautifully detailed hand-carved wooden relief panel depicting a lively village or community scene with multiple figures engaged in everyday activities.
The deeply carved composition includes figures carrying and working with baskets and vessels, a central cooking or storage pot, architectural structures, textured backgrounds and numerous geometric details. The varying depths of the carving create strong dimension and shadow across the scene.
Approximate measurements:
• 20\" wide
• 14\" high
• 1.5\" deep
• Weight: 5 lb 3 oz
The piece has an existing wire hanger attached to the back.
Condition:
Pre-owned handcrafted condition with light surface scratches, small marks and natural variations in the wood and finish. The carved front appears very good overall with no obvious major cracks or missing carved elements noted. The reverse shows wear and markings consistent with previous display. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.
The subject and carving style appear consistent with African-inspired or African folk-art wall carving, but the specific maker, country, cultural group, wood species and age have not been confirmed. It is therefore being offered as an unattributed hand-carved decorative relief.
A substantial and highly detailed piece of dimensional wall art with wonderful visual texture and narrative character.
Please note: Because of the weight of the carving, the existing hanging wire and hardware should be inspected and reinforced or replaced as appropriate before hanging.
