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Makonde Female Head Sculpture (Bust Form

Carvings
  • Our Price :$ 200.00
  • A finely carved Makonde female head, executed in dense hardwood, likely ebony, and polished to a deep, lustrous finish.
  • The sculpture presents an elongated, oval face with closed or half-lidded eyes, a narrow nose, and softly defined lips—hallmarks of Makonde aesthetic refinement. The head is crowned with a central crest hairstyle, with stylised lateral elements that echo traditional hair arrangements. The neck is extended and elegant, rising from a circular base that grounds the form while maintaining vertical balance. The surface is highly polished, allowing light to define the contours and emphasise the sculptural purity of the piece. This work is not ceremonial; it belongs to the decorative–figurative Makonde tradition, where form, identity, and beauty are distilled into simplified yet expressive features.