Vintage Hand Carved African Stone Bust Sculpture

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Expressive vintage African hand-carved bust sculpture, skillfully sculpted from dark serpentine stone (soapstone) with contrasting lighter details on the headdress … Read more Expressive vintage African hand-carved bust sculpture, skillfully sculpted from dark serpentine stone (soapstone) with contrasting lighter details on the headdress and base. The artisan captured remarkable realism in the facial features and texture, giving the piece both cultural depth and visual strength.

This solid stone carving has a smooth polished surface contrasted with rough-textured accents, showing fine craftsmanship typical of mid-20th-century African studio art.

Size: 7¼″ H × 4″ W × 3″ L
Material: Serpentine / soapstone
️ Era: Mid-20th century (c. 1960s–1970s)
Origin: Likely Zimbabwe or Kenya
✨ Condition: Good vintage condition with normal surface wear and minor scratches; no cracks or repairs. See less