Description : This pair of two wenge wood carvings are executed in the rough, primitive style associated with African art, though it is likely that these two objects originated in the United States. The exaggerated long faces, rough tooling marks, and unfinished surface add to the folk art quality of these pieces. The female figure wears a straight skirt with exposed breasts and carries a basket with one hand atop her head. The male figure lifts his long skirt as he steps forward with his right foot. Both are sensitively carved with soulful, dignified expressions. The figures are 19 high and 4 wide. All measurements are approximate. The female figure has a crack on the bottom that has been glued and has minor scuffing at the top which has left a few white marks, but otherwise they are in good condition. From a Virginia Estate.
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About the lot N° 90 Title : Pair Of African Style Carved Wenge Wood Figures Condition report : The female figure has a crack on the bottom that has been glued and has minor scuffing at the top which has left a few white marks, but otherwise they are in good condition. Oakridge Auction Gallery, auctioneer, Ashburn, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : Fine Art & Collectibles Sale date : 13 Aug 2016It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale