Imposing Carved Hardwood Chest West African

1900 - 1920

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

A superb early 20th century hand carved African chest of good useful size with fabulous ethnic carved detail depicting tribal figures in traditional garb and headdress. The chest dates from around 1900 and is most characterfully detailed, with the lid showing warriors approaching the tribe leader, seated and in fabulous costume, all figures wearing the traditional neck rings. The ends of the chest showcase figures in symmetrical profile, with imposing headdress, neck ring and stylised plaited hair.

The chest is a good substantial size measuring 102 cms long 53 high by 57h in depth.

Good solid condition. Nice colour.

UK delivery can be arranged with our trusted furniture courier and costs £60 plus vat to most destinations.

Physical Dimensions

Height

53cm (20.87")

Width

102cm (40.16")

Depth

57cm (22.44")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1168705

Dealers Notes

Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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