Exquisite Maasai family, real ebony carving art

Maasai Family Carving

Object: Carving of Maasai family in real ebony

Region: East Africa

Ethnicity: Maasai

Dimension: 47cm by 15cm by 11cm

Damage/Repair: Good condition

The entire piece has been carved from a single ebony trunk with the bark surrounding the back of the piece giving it a very natural and unique look. The level of detail in this piece is unusually high for an ebony tree carving. Each family member has intricate detailing from facial features, to jewellery, to clothing and accessories.

Ebony is a heavy, dark and black wood (incidently it is so dense it sinks in water!). Ebony is expensive to obtain due to its scarcity. Its shine and density make it very valuable in craftwork. A lot of African art is ebony immitation and colouring added can fade overtime.

The Maasai are one of the most recognisable tribes in Eastern Africa due to their strong heritage and distinctive cusoms. Their lifestyle centres around cattle and they are semi- nomadic. The Maasai have been surprisingly resilient to the influence of the modern world, however, with the expansion of cities and development their lifestyle is being threatened.

The wood has been treated.

I will post the item by Royal Mail Recorded Delivery (UK only), £10.99 and Parcelforce 48 Worldwide for international orders, £29.99. I will package the piece as best as I can once I receive payment.

If you are unsure about anything or have any questions please feel free to contact me. If you are not happy with the item, please contact me and I offer a 7 day refund (providing the piece is not damaged or altered). In addition, if you wish to ask any more questions about the piece or would like to see more photographs please let me know.

This item has been priced for a quick sell, all offers will be considered.

Good luck.