A hand carved bust of a female figure, crafted from a single block of dense hardwood. The sculpture utilises the natural colour variation of the timber, featuring a polished dark heartwood for the head and face, contrasted against the lighter, textured sapwood forming the shoulders and base. The figure is depicted with an elaborate, finely detailed hairstyle consisting of multiple tightly carved braids or cornrows, topped with a decorative band. The facial features are rendered in a stylised manner with downcast eyes and a straight nose. The base of the sculpture retains a rugged, natural edge finish. No maker marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the piece.
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