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Vintage Haitian Folk Art Metal Sculpture - "Moon and Sun"
Handcrafted Oil Drum Metal Art, Mid-20th Century
13.5"H × 5.75"W
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Vintage Haitian Folk Art Metal Sculpture - "Moon and Sun"
Handcrafted Oil Drum Metal Art, Mid-20th Century
13.5"H × 5.75"W
Description:
This vintage Haitian folk art sculpture transforms a recycled oil drum into a celestial duo - an anthropomorphic sun and moon with expressive facial features. The piece exemplifies Haiti's renowned fè découpé (cut metal) tradition, where artists create works using simple hand tools. The reverse bears the proud inscription "Haiti" in original oil stick markings, testifying to its origins.
Artistic Details:
- Cut and tooled from a single oil drum
- Playful, folkloric interpretation of celestial bodies
- Distinctive patina from natural aging process
- Original maker's inscription on reverse
Condition:
- Excellent vintage condition
- Surface wear consistent with age
- Stable metal structure with no significant damage
- Natural oxidation and patina preserved
Cultural Significance:
• Haiti's innovative metal art tradition born in Croix-des-Bouquets
• Folkloric storytelling through metalwork
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- Dimensions
- 5.75ʺW × 2ʺD × 13.5ʺH
- Styles
- Folk Art
- Rustic
- Surrealism
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Haiti
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- In good condition with wear consistent with age. In good condition with wear consistent with age. less
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