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Solid rosewood case, professionally restored 2024
Original 8-day mechanical movement, recently serviced
Hand-carved African wooden sculpture depicting a female figure carrying a shallow bowl on her head. The figure is carved in a traditional stylised form with elongated proportions and incised detailing to the hair, facial features, torso, and garment. The bowl contains carved wooden food forms (including maize and vegetables), suggesting a domestic or market-themed scene. Executed in solid hardwood with a warm, dark patina, showing visible hand-tool marks consistent with mid- to late-20th-century African craft carving. The piece is freestanding and decorative, suitable as a statement accent or functional display bowl. Natural age wear and surface variations are consistent with hand-carved work.
Condition
Good overall vintage condition. Minor surface wear, small age lines, and natural wood characteristics present, with no major structural damage noted.
Door-to-door tracked delivery across South Africa from R220 (insured to full sale value). Free pickup available in Cape Town. International shipping by quote. Estimated dispatch within 2 business days of payment clearing escrow.
RubyRose Collectibles is a verified Sunflower trader.
Q: Does the clock keep accurate time? Heritage Lot: Within ±30 seconds per week after the 2024 service.
Q: Will it survive shipping? Heritage Lot: Yes — pendulum is removed and packed separately, and the case is custom-crated.
