Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 12 February 2026

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 12 February 2026

Catalogue

Lot 189: A Hand-Carved African Ebony Wood Bust of a Woman

This auction ended on February 12, 2026.

Estimated price: £10 - £20

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £6

A hand-carved wooden bust depicting a woman in a traditional African style, crafted from a dark, dense hardwood consistent with ebony or African blackwood. The sculpture features detailed facial features including almond-shaped eyes and full lips. The figure is characterized by an elaborate hairstyle with braided elements connecting the head to the shoulders and wears a textured, cap-like headdress. The piece is carved from a single block of wood, displaying natural variations in the grain. No artist signatures or markings are visible on the sculpture.

Length: 10.5 inches