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Large Sculpture of Stampeding Cape Buffalo
John Howkins Antiques
for sale €7,605     $8,255
£6,500

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Large Sculpture of Stampeding Cape Buffalo

19th century
Description

A rare 19th. Century stunning and very well executed large carving of a stampeding herd of buffalo. Created from one large tree trunk and all buffalo in different realistic strides this truly is a fantastic sculpture. Dimensions:- Width…74’’/ 188cm. Height…10’’/ 25.5cm. Depth…12’’/ 30.5cm. plus the stand / casing. Free U.K. delivery on this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
188cm (74.02")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Buffalo Sculpture to the 19th Century.

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SA704952
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22428
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Description
A rare 19th. Century stunning and very well executed large carving of a stampeding herd of buffalo.
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Created from one large tree trunk and all buffalo in different realistic strides this truly is a fantastic sculpture.
John Howkins Antiques

Dimensions:- Width…74’’/ 188cm. Height…10’’/ 25.5cm. Depth…12’’/ 30.5cm. plus the stand / casing. Free U.K. delivery on this item.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
188cm (74.02")
Depth
30.5cm (12.01")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Carved Wooden Buffalo Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA704952
Dealers Internal Ref
22428
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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A long hand-carved dark wood sculpture depicting a stampede of Cape buffaloes on an organic integral wooden base.
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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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The Grange
Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A long hand-carved dark wood sculpture depicting a stampede of Cape buffaloes on an organic integral wooden base.
Large Sculpture of Stampeding Cape buffalo
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Hand-carved wildlife sculptures have a long tradition across Africa, created both as cultural figurative art and as decorative export craft during the mid-to-late 20th century. Craftspeople often depict native fauna, such as the Cape buffalo, to showcase the power and movement of local wildlife.

These sculptures are usually hand-chiselled from dense regional hardwoods such as teak, mahogany, ironwood, or ebony. The dense grain of these timbers allows artisans to achieve fine anatomical detail and a smooth, durable finish.

Authentic vintage pieces display slight asymmetry and visible hand-tool marks from chisels rather than mechanical uniformity. They also possess a natural weight due to the solid hardwood construction and feature a rich patina developed over time.

A substantial horizontal wood sculpture functions best as a striking centerpiece on a wide sideboard, mantelpiece, or console table. Its organic form and dark tones complement modern rustic, gentlemans library, or eclectic interior schemes.

Regularly dust the carving using a soft, dry brush to clean intricate recesses. Apply a clear beeswax polish periodically to feed the timber and preserve its lustrous surface, keeping the item away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking.
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