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Wood, Neckrest, Shona People, Zimbabwe, Early 20th C.

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Wood, Neckrest, Shona People, Zimbabwe, Early 20th C.

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Wood
Shona people, Zimbabwe, early 20th century
Literature: A related example can be found in the Peabody Museum, Harvard University, and is published in: "African Negro Sculpture", by Wingert (Paul S.), San Francisco: MH De Young Memorial Museum, 1948: plate 118
Dimensions (length x width x height): 5 ½ x 6 x 3 in. (13.9 x 15.2 x 7.6 cm)
Very good condition
Provenance: Private Collection, New York

Of the major South African sculptural traditions, Shona carvers are famous for their unparalleled degree of formal interpretation. Scholars debate as to the meaning of Shona design, but research suggests the surface incisions may relate to female cicatrization marks; the Shona ascribe the term nyora to both phenomena.

The neckrest is in very good condition with old, stable cracks in the pillow and bottom of the base. There are very minor traces of insect damage. The piece measures 5 ½ x 6 x 3 in. (length x width x height).

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Wood, Neckrest, Shona People, Zimbabwe, Early 20th C.

Name: Wood, Neckrest, Shona People, Zimbabwe, Early 20th C.
SKU: 35262152
Price: 2800 USD
Availability: InStock

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