{"product_id":"vintage-painted-senufo-hornbill-african-sculpture","title":"Vintage Painted Senufo Hornbill African Sculpture","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis impressive African sculpture depicts a tall hornbill, standing approximately 5 feet (60 inches) in height. The figure is carved from brown wood and features a distinct painted finish in rust red and cream colors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe paint is applied to accentuate certain features of the bird, adding a decorative and potentially symbolic dimension to the carving. The hornbill, recognizable by its long, curved beak, is a significant creature in the cosmology of the Senufo people, often associated with wisdom, longevity, and ancestral spirits. This sculpture showcases the Senufo artistic tradition of blending carved form with applied color. The combination of the brown wood and the contrasting rust red and cream paint makes this a visually striking and unique piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeyond its value as a collector's item, this antique African figure can bring a unique and grounding presence to a contemporary home or garden: Its intriguing form and potential history will undoubtedly spark curiosity and discussion. It can add an element of the unexpected when paired with modern furniture and art, creating a  globally-inspired aesthetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Era: Antique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Material: Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Size: 14\"(L) x 12\"(D) x 60\"(H)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*Color: Aged Wood\/Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e*Condition: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eShows wear consistent with age \u0026amp; use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character \u0026amp; historical value.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFound in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWest Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(Requires White Glove Delivery)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved and painted wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14\"L x 12\"D x 60\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique; Senufo people ceremonial hornbill (Setien) sculptural tradition; carved painted wood, West Africa (Ivory Coast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear consistent with age and use; painted rust red and cream finish with natural aging; requires white glove delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Senufo hornbill associated with wisdom, longevity, and ancestral spirits; distinctive rust red and cream painted finish adds symbolic and decorative dimension to the carved brown wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DE-COR | Globally Inspired","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49944129274008,"sku":"IMG_0129","price":3545.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2612\/5208\/files\/IMG_0129_78a344c3-cdb1-4078-aac3-b1fc7b7b8153.jpg?v=1789763620","url":"https:\/\/veronicasopencloset.store\/products\/vintage-painted-senufo-hornbill-african-sculpture","provider":"Veronicas OPEN CLOSET","version":"1.0","type":"link"}