Lot 138:
Large Hand Carved Wooden Native American Chief Bust
Sold for: $325
Description
NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING, PICK UP OR TRANSPORT ONLY – A large scale hand carved wooden sculpture depicting a bust of a Native American figure in a traditional feathered headdress. The piece is constructed from multiple segments of wood with a polished golden-brown finish and darker stained accents highlighting the recessed carvings. The central figure features a detailed face with a downward-turned mouth and prominent nasal features. The headdress is composed of numerous carved wooden feathers radiating from the head, with two long pendants flanking the face. A breastplate or gorget featuring a circular geometric design with crossed lines is situated below the chin. The reverse of the sculpture reveals a rustic, additive construction method, utilizing unfinished natural wood branches and limbs to support and stabilize the headdress structure. The base is formed from a cross-section of a natural wood log with a rough-hewn edge. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the piece. Height: 32 inches Width: 22 inches (at widest point of headdress) Base Width: 16 inches.
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