Vintage African Carved Wood Figure Carrying Head Load

Add a touch of rustic charm to your decor with this vintage hand-carved African wooden figure. The sculpture depicts a figure carrying a traditional conical load (perhaps a basket or hat) upon its head, a classic motif in African folk art.

Crafted from dark wood, the figure features a textured lower garment and stands on a circular base. Its hand-carved nature gives it a unique, artisanal quality.

Features:

• Vintage hand-carved African figure
• Depicts person carrying a head load
• Textured garment detail
• Dark wood construction
• Rustic, folk art style

Condition: Fair to good vintage condition. This piece shows authentic signs of age and display. Please note, there is a noticeable chip on one edge of the circular base (clearly shown in the photographs). There are also some minor scuffs, marks, and rubbing to the finish consistent with a vintage item. The arm supporting the head load is stable.

Ideal for: Those who appreciate rustic ethnographic art, collectors of African carvings, or as a unique decorative accent. The chip is noted in the price, offering a characterful piece at an accessible point.

Sold as a decorative vintage item. Specific origin and age unconfirmed.