{"product_id":"west-african-carved-bust","title":"WEST AFRICAN CARVED BUST","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarved Wooden Head of a Man\u003cbr\u003eWest Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMid-20th Century or earlier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle block of carved hardwood with a rich dark patina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful example of West African sculpture, this expressive bust is hand-carved from a single piece of dense, aged hardwood. It depicts a man with a regal, meditative gaze, capturing both natural dignity and traditional stylisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003cbr\u003eThe Head: Prominent and highly revered, featuring an meticulously textured, patterned coiffure and fine forehead scarification—markers of status and lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpression: A serene yet commanding countenance, defined by deeply carved, almond-shaped eyes, a broad nose, and firmly set lips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElaborate Base: A stout neck flares into an oval, heavily textured chest piece or ceremonial collar that anchors the sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface: Aged, dark patina with natural variations, showcasing decades of handling and organic wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \u003cbr\u003eThe bust remains in an excellent state of preservation, with no visible sign of damage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented unmounted, this sculpture represents a rare opportunity for collectors of African art to acquire a piece of incredible craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe provide a mounting service. Please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.afrahouse.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e if you want this piece mounted on a solid wood plinth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Afrahouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68014984986928,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/3699\/9728\/files\/2048_WITH_GRADIENT_56_9daf913b-e9b7-40b9-879a-c01d17f27a8b.jpg?v=1791567814","url":"https:\/\/www.afrahouse.com\/de\/products\/west-african-carved-bust","provider":"Afrahouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}