at Piotrade – Antiques • Collectibles • History
This striking hand-carved wooden pedestal bowl or small stool features a central animal figure (resembling a spotted leopard or dog-like creature in a dynamic pose) supporting a round, shallow bowl or tray top.
The piece is richly decorated with incised geometric and interlaced patterns on the rim of the bowl and the circular base. The animal body shows dark spotted detailing against the warm orange-brown wood, with carved facial features and limbs that form the structural support. The top surface is slightly concave with visible tool marks and natural wood grain.
Such figural carved wooden objects are typical of West and Central African tribal art traditions, often used as prestige items, offering bowls, or decorative stools in regions like Cameroon (Bamileke influence) or similar styles from Ghana/Ivory Coast. They blend functionality with symbolic animal representation.
| Origin | African tribal art (likely Cameroon or West African style) |
| Form | Carved wooden pedestal bowl / small stool with animal support |
| Motif | Spotted animal figure (leopard/dog) with geometric carved patterns |
| Height | approximately 15 inches (38 cm) |
| Bowl diameter | approximately 12 inches (30.5 cm) |
| Base diameter | approximately 9–10 inches (23–25 cm) |
| Weight | solid and substantial (exact weight not measured but heavy for its size) |
Good vintage condition with honest age-related wear.
Surface shows cracks, chips, paint loss, and patina consistent with age and use.
Stable overall with no major structural damage.
Sold exactly as pictured – please review all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and show the exact condition, including wear to the carved details and wood surface.
A powerful and decorative example of African tribal woodcarving, ideal as a unique display piece, side table accent, or addition to a collection of ethnographic art.
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