Vintage Makonde Family Tree Sculpture, African Ebony Wood Hand Carved Art Sculpture
$165.00
Makonde Family Tree Sculpture Amazing hand carved art sculpture featuring the faces of many family members
Tree of Life sculptures have been made by the Makonde people as visual representations of Ujamaa — a Swahili word meaning “extended family.” Working principally in present-day Tanzania and Mozambique, Makonde artists carve interlocking figures from a single piece of wood to suggest how communal bonds and shared values hold life together.
Beautiful piece and in great condition, ready to display!
Measurements are approximate: 10.5"x3.5"
**We try to show all defects/stains/tears to give an accurate description of the vintage item. All vintage items are measured as accurately as possible but please remember these are vintage items; condition and sizing may vary. All items are vintage and if updated or fixed, the description will reflect that. Being as they are vintage/retro items there will almost certainly be some wear and tear present. We see this as evidence of a life well lived and we hope you will see past their imperfections. The vintage items we list are unique and worthy of another lifetime of use.**
Makonde Family Tree Sculpture Amazing hand carved art sculpture featuring the faces of many family members
Tree of Life sculptures have been made by the Makonde people as visual representations of Ujamaa — a Swahili word meaning “extended family.” Working principally in present-day Tanzania and Mozambique, Makonde artists carve interlocking figures from a single piece of wood to suggest how communal bonds and shared values hold life together.
Beautiful piece and in great condition, ready to display!
Measurements are approximate: 10.5"x3.5"
**We try to show all defects/stains/tears to give an accurate description of the vintage item. All vintage items are measured as accurately as possible but please remember these are vintage items; condition and sizing may vary. All items are vintage and if updated or fixed, the description will reflect that. Being as they are vintage/retro items there will almost certainly be some wear and tear present. We see this as evidence of a life well lived and we hope you will see past their imperfections. The vintage items we list are unique and worthy of another lifetime of use.**
