Small handled mortar-bowl – Fang attributed – Central Africa – Wood (No reserve price)
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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Small handled mortar-bowl, Fang attributed, Central Africa, wood, 29 × 20 × 6 cm; provenance collected by the current owner; authenticity original.
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Small handled mortar-bowl – Fang attributed – Central Africa – Wood
Details
Origin: Fang people, attributed
Region: Gabon / Cameroon / Equatorial Guinea area
Material: Wood
Dimensions: 29 x 20 x 6 cm
Period: mid-20th century
Provenance: Collected by the current owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A finely carved small wooden bowl or mortar-bowl, attributed to the Fang.
The object has a shallow rounded bowl, a sophisticated circular handle, and a finely carved triangular border running around the lower outer edge. Its elongated silhouette and ring-shaped handle give it a particularly elegant sculptural presence.
It was probably used as a small mortar, originally together with a pestle, now no longer present. The interior shows strong signs of use, with a deep, dark patina and worn surface consistent with repeated handling and functional use.
This example is especially appealing for the refinement of its carving. The triangular decoration is carefully executed, while the handle is unusually elaborate for such a modest utilitarian object. The contrast between the dark, used interior and the smoother outer surface gives the piece a strong visual character.
A small but very attractive Fang-attributed wooden vessel, appreciated for its fine carving, elegant handle, geometric decoration and deep patina of use.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, scratches, stains, abrasions and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
Very small loss on the rim.
The original pestle is not included.
The bracelet / support ring visible in some photographs is used only for presentation and is not included.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The wooden bowl only.
No pestle, no stand, and no support ring included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Small handled mortar-bowl – Fang attributed – Central Africa – Wood
Details
Origin: Fang people, attributed
Region: Gabon / Cameroon / Equatorial Guinea area
Material: Wood
Dimensions: 29 x 20 x 6 cm
Period: mid-20th century
Provenance: Collected by the current owner
Custom display stand: not included
Description
A finely carved small wooden bowl or mortar-bowl, attributed to the Fang.
The object has a shallow rounded bowl, a sophisticated circular handle, and a finely carved triangular border running around the lower outer edge. Its elongated silhouette and ring-shaped handle give it a particularly elegant sculptural presence.
It was probably used as a small mortar, originally together with a pestle, now no longer present. The interior shows strong signs of use, with a deep, dark patina and worn surface consistent with repeated handling and functional use.
This example is especially appealing for the refinement of its carving. The triangular decoration is carefully executed, while the handle is unusually elaborate for such a modest utilitarian object. The contrast between the dark, used interior and the smoother outer surface gives the piece a strong visual character.
A small but very attractive Fang-attributed wooden vessel, appreciated for its fine carving, elegant handle, geometric decoration and deep patina of use.
Condition
Good condition overall, with wear, scratches, stains, abrasions and surface irregularities consistent with age and use.
Very small loss on the rim.
The original pestle is not included.
The bracelet / support ring visible in some photographs is used only for presentation and is not included.
Please refer to the photographs.
Included
The wooden bowl only.
No pestle, no stand, and no support ring included.
Seller's Story
For more than 30 years, I have collected African art with a focus on authenticity, symbolism, and refined craftsmanship.
Graduated as an engineer from École Centrale de Paris, I combine the rigor of my technical background with a lifelong passion for artistic expression and cultural heritage.
Founder of AS’ART (dedicated to contemporary handmade design) and Artifacts Gallery (devoted to ancient tribal art and ethnographic objects), I bring together two worlds: the vitality of today’s artisans and the timeless heritage of Africa’s past.
Every piece I present is chosen for its artistic quality, cultural significance, and emotional power.
Details
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Small handled mortar-bowl – Fang attributed – Central Africa – Wood
Authenticity
Original/official
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