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A hand‑carved dark patinated hardwood sculpture in the Makonde Shetani style, about 70 cm high, from a private collection, in age‑related condition with visible wood grain and signs of use, accompanied by Masterpieces of the Makonde III by Max Mohl and a catalog slip Kat. I-192 referring to artist Samaki Likankoa, not sold with a stand.
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An intricately hand-carved sculpture from dark patinated African hardwood (traditionally referred to as Ebony/Mpingo), stylistically attributed to Makonde art.
Product details:
Material: Dark patina'd hardwood.
Dimensions: Height approximately 70 cm.
Subject: Vertical composition of several stylized figures in the so-called Shetani style.
Condition: Age-appropriate conservation with visible wood grain and signs of use. The base bears an inventory number as well as glue residue from a former label.
Documentation & Provenance:
The object comes with the following documents:
Specialist book: Masterpieces of the Makonde III by Max Mohl (hardcover).
Catalog card: note bearing the designation “Cat. I-192” and the handwritten remark “kl. Skulptur aus der Frühzeit SAMAKIS.” This refers to the artist Samaki Likankoa.
An intricately hand-carved sculpture from dark patinated African hardwood (traditionally referred to as Ebony/Mpingo), stylistically attributed to Makonde art.
Product details:
Material: Dark patina'd hardwood.
Dimensions: Height approximately 70 cm.
Subject: Vertical composition of several stylized figures in the so-called Shetani style.
Condition: Age-appropriate conservation with visible wood grain and signs of use. The base bears an inventory number as well as glue residue from a former label.
Documentation & Provenance:
The object comes with the following documents:
Specialist book: Masterpieces of the Makonde III by Max Mohl (hardcover).
Catalog card: note bearing the designation “Cat. I-192” and the handwritten remark “kl. Skulptur aus der Frühzeit SAMAKIS.” This refers to the artist Samaki Likankoa.
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Number of objects
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Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
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Height
70 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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