Date: mid 20th century
Geography: Senegal
Culture: Sengelese people
Dimensions: 32cm H x 16.5cm W x 10cm D.
Weight 1,342kg
Material: wood
Condition is good for its age, has a small crack on the bottom
This Mid-20th Century Senegalese carving depicts two men engaged in Lutte Sénégalaise (Senegalese Wrestling), a popular national sport and cultural tradition. Carved from a dense, dark African hardwood, likely Ebony (Diospyros crassiflora) or Wenge (Millettia laurentii), the piece showcases the wood's deep colour and fine grain.
The sculpture captures the dynamic mid action pose of the wrestlers, emphasising their strength and agility. Its simple, stylised form reflects traditional West African sculptural aesthetics. The material, possibly Ebony or Wenge, features a dark, polished patina, highlighting the smooth contours and simplified realism of the African art style. . This piece is not merely decorative; it represents the historical and cultural significance of wrestling in Senegal, where it embodies courage and community. The carving is an authentic example of African folk art from the period.
Date: mid 20th century
Geography: Senegal
Culture: Sengelese people
Dimensions: 32cm H x 16.5cm W x 10cm D.
Weight 1,342kg
Material: wood
Condition is good for its age, has a small crack on the bottom
This Mid-20th Century Senegalese carving depicts two men engaged in Lutte Sénégalaise (Senegalese Wrestling), a popular national sport and cultural tradition. Carved from a dense, dark African hardwood, likely Ebony (Diospyros crassiflora) or Wenge (Millettia laurentii), the piece showcases the wood's deep colour and fine grain.
The sculpture captures the dynamic mid action pose of the wrestlers, emphasising their strength and agility. Its simple, stylised form reflects traditional West African sculptural aesthetics. The material, possibly Ebony or Wenge, features a dark, polished patina, highlighting the smooth contours and simplified realism of the African art style. . This piece is not merely decorative; it represents the historical and cultural significance of wrestling in Senegal, where it embodies courage and community. The carving is an authentic example of African folk art from the period.
