Figure - South Africa

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South African calabash doll with glass bead decorations and reed and fabric, measuring 24 × 14 × 14 cm, provenance Belgian private collection, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful South African doll made of calabash, beads, and fabric
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful South African doll made of calabash, beads, and fabric
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
South Africa
Material
glass beads and reeds, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8668
Objects sold
98.61%
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