African art Beautiful Old Male Ancestor Figure Tanzania - eBay, Wood, Sculptures, Art. (end time 19-Dec-09 20:20:05 AEDST)

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Originating Region:	Africa	Condition:	Used

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Old Hardwood Male Figure, Probably Representing an Ancestor, sold to me as Kami but I am not sure. It could be from a Group in the North East or Coastal region, Tanzania.

This very unusual little figure has a beautiful polished, darkened patina with old cracks and wear indicative of some age. I see it as a genuine village piece with obvious signs of use. I have not seen another with features like this individual.
I do not know the exact age however my estimate is that it could easily date to the 1980's or earlier. I think that it is quite a rare piece and do not believe that it is a recent carving. It measures 33 x 10cm. Shipping weight is 1.75 KG.
Please let me know if you have more information about the style or origin of this figure.

More than 120 ethnic groups are represented in Tanzania. Each of these groups differs, to varying degrees, from other groups in culture, social organization, and language. Only the smallest groups are homogeneous, however. Most groups are characterized by some internal variation in language and culture. The largest ethnic group, the Sukuma, represents nearly 13% of the total population; the remaining large groups represent under 5% each. Ethnicity continues to reflect geographic area. During colonial rule, administrative subdivisions had often been drawn along ethnic lines; this situation has continued after independence despite the government's genuine efforts to downplay ethnic considerations. Less than 1% of Tanzania's population is made up of non-Africans, including Europeans, Asians, and Arabs.

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