Kamba, Askari figure

Description

Kamba
Askari figure

Kenya, 20th century
carved wood
17 h x 3 dia in (43 x 8 cm)

A large colonial-era figure, finely detailed with fire-darkened elements, wearing the slouch hat of the King's African Rifles.

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Good condition. Wood shows splits, cracks, and losses. Largest crack to one leg and showing some losses. Head with loss to one side.

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Kamba, Askari figure

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Estimate $700-$900Aug 11, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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