VINTAGE SIGNED SHONA VERDITE AFRICAN STONE ART BEST HAND CARVED HIPPO SCULPTURE

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ITEM DESCRIPTION
Vintage, stunning and impressive Shona African tribal hand carved natural Verdite (African jade). Made in Zimbabwe. Ultra rare wild hippo stone figurine in attack position with teeth made in organic material (the only one i have seen with this features).
Hyper realistic and re
ally exceptional small sculpture with unsurpassed quality in this size. Expertly carved by master of this art with great attention to details and correct anatomy to create this mighty animal sculpture
(you can even see different kind of teeth and textured palate in this incredible small size)
. This artwork is excellent preserved without chips or cracks. I challenge to find a better carved stone hippo in this size and you will see it is impossible. This amazing
miniature has a number (87 - most probably year 1987) and a signature (oba?). Superb African carving for demanding collectors.
Height: 44 millimeters. Long: 93 millimeters
. Thickness: 34 millimeters. Weight: 120 grams.
Shipping costs via FedEx certified is $ 29 (we ship worldwide - with tracking code - 2 to 6 weeks to arrive). If you have any question, do not hesitate to contact me.
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