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| Management number | 52272065 | Release Date | 2025/12/04 | List Price | $105.00 | Model Number | 52272065 | ||
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Striking and rare vintage African hand-carved wooden dog boat sculpture, approximately 21 inches long.
Features a beautifully stylized boat with a mythical beast head, often referred to as a dog boat. Originating from East Africa, most likely created by the Makonde people of Tanzania or Mozambique, this sculpture is a powerful example of traditional African tribal art. It depicts a guardian beast boat carrying a row of five carved warrior figures, each holding tools or paddles. The figures are individually carved and removable, a hallmark of more intricate Makonde-style carvings.
- Length: Approx. 21 inches
- Material: Hand-carved hardwood, likely mahogany or a regional African hardwood
- Design: Mythical animal-headed boat with upright ears and carved teeth (commonly called a dog boat)
- Surface: Smooth finish with a rich, dark reddish-brown tone
- Age: Vintage, likely 40-50 years old (mid-20th century)
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