Buttons - Zulu - South Africa

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 430 - € 480
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Zulu Izigqiki carved from wood from South Africa, dating to the mid-20th century, with private collection provenance, original and in excellent condition, measuring 11 cm high by 41 cm wide.

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Description from the seller

Impressive Zulu headrests, carved from hard wood. Excellent wear patina, two tones of wood achieved through heat treatment. There is a very similar piece published in the Johannesburg collection.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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Impressive Zulu headrests, carved from hard wood. Excellent wear patina, two tones of wood achieved through heat treatment. There is a very similar piece published in the Johannesburg collection.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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Details

Indigenous object name
Buttons
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Zulu
Country of Origin
South Africa
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
11 cm
Width
41 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
338
Objects sold
100%
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