Carving, Afrikaanse Kerstgroep - 28 cm - Wood

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Description from the seller

Christmas group – wood carving – Africa, mid-20th century

Professionally shipped – more than 850 five-star reviews worldwide.

Expressive African depiction of the Holy Family, completely hand-carved from dark wood. The scene shows Mary and Joseph around the infant Jesus, while two angels watch over the birth from above. On the right stands a figure symbolically representing the Three Wise Men, and on the left, a shepherd. The compact composition, stylized faces, and clear local interpretation of Christian motifs give the work a spiritual intensity characteristic of African religious art from the colonial period.

The sculpture is approximately 28 cm tall and is in good, authentic condition with light signs of use and age.

Please look at the photos carefully, they are part of the description.

Shipped with track & trace.

Seller's Story

Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curiosa, and vintage design. My passion for the extraordinary takes me to markets, auctions, and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described, and professionally shipped. Over 750 five-star reviews highlight my dedication to quality and service.
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Christmas group – wood carving – Africa, mid-20th century

Professionally shipped – more than 850 five-star reviews worldwide.

Expressive African depiction of the Holy Family, completely hand-carved from dark wood. The scene shows Mary and Joseph around the infant Jesus, while two angels watch over the birth from above. On the right stands a figure symbolically representing the Three Wise Men, and on the left, a shepherd. The compact composition, stylized faces, and clear local interpretation of Christian motifs give the work a spiritual intensity characteristic of African religious art from the colonial period.

The sculpture is approximately 28 cm tall and is in good, authentic condition with light signs of use and age.

Please look at the photos carefully, they are part of the description.

Shipped with track & trace.

Seller's Story

Koen’s Antiques & Curiosa presents timeless finds: antiques, religious art, curiosa, and vintage design. My passion for the extraordinary takes me to markets, auctions, and collections in Belgium and beyond. Each piece is carefully selected, accurately described, and professionally shipped. Over 750 five-star reviews highlight my dedication to quality and service.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
Africa
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Afrikaanse Kerstgroep
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
28 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
6 cm
Weight
0.95 kg
BelgiumVerified
2417
Objects sold
100%
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