Vintage Mid-Century East African Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Warrior Statue - 18.5"

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This striking mid-century modern East African warrior sculpture stands an impressive 18.5 inches tall. Masterfully hand-carved from a single block … Read more This striking mid-century modern East African warrior sculpture stands an impressive 18.5 inches tall. Masterfully hand-carved from a single block of dense, heavy black ebony wood, the figure possesses a rich, dark luster and exceptional stylized lines.
The warrior is depicted with elongated earlobes typical of traditional Maasai or Samburu cultural depictions. The piece is crowned with a conical headdress accented by original natural white feathers and yellow glass spacer beads, adding fantastic texture and historic character.
A commanding standalone statement piece, this sculpture brings sophisticated global texture to a mid-century modern credenza, bookshelf, or eclectic gallery display.
Acquired from a collector who resided in Kenya. See less