Mfinu headrest
Neckrest and African civilization
This African Mfinu neck rest marks the spirit of an iconic culture and geographical area.
The model remains relatively rare, with a pure form, simplified planes, i.e. geometrical forms, avoiding all superfluous details can lead to a high degree of stylization and a great vitality in the structure of this work that few sculptors are able to bring. This neckrest or headrest is familiar with the Shona's work in terms of its form.
A similar example can be found in the inventory of the Brooklyn Museum, see this link: Brooklyn Museum, or in successful sales such as Sotheby's or Binoche et Giquello.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 14 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal Art Collection Italy
- Condition
- Excellent
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Neckrest and African civilization
This African Mfinu neck rest marks the spirit of an iconic culture and geographical area.
The model remains relatively rare, with a pure form, simplified planes, i.e. geometrical forms, avoiding all superfluous details can lead to a high degree of stylization and a great vitality in the structure of this work that few sculptors are able to bring. This neckrest or headrest is familiar with the Shona's work in terms of its form.
A similar example can be found in the inventory of the Brooklyn Museum, see this link: Brooklyn Museum, or in successful sales such as Sotheby's or Binoche et Giquello.