Item: One-of-a-kind sand-textured mixed-media painting
Subject: Stylised tribal / totemic mask with horned headdress
Size (approx.): 24" H × 17" W
Date / origin: Unsigned; acquired at an estate sale. exact age & artist are unknown
Materials & technique: Fine sand mixed with adhesive and pigment, on cotton canvas; Raised, gritty surface gives depth and a subtle shadow play.
Mounting: Original pine stretcher bars; modern saw-tooth hanger added—ready to hang right out of the box.
Condition: Presents nicely. Minor edge/corner scuffs, a few tiny sand flakes/losses (see close-ups). No tears or structural issues.
Why you’ll love it:
• Striking tribal-modern aesthetic—works with MCM, boho, tiki or eclectic décor.
• Neutral tones fit almost any colour scheme while the texture adds instant interest.
• Genuine hand-crafted conversation piece—each sand grain is part of the design!
MCM, boho wall art, outsider art, folk art, textured canvas, desert sand painting, tiki mask, totem, abstract figure.