{"title":"Tall Wooden Sculptures","description":"\u003cp\u003eStanding wooden figures and forms, carved at architectural scale.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ladder","title":"Ladder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/dogon\" title=\"The Dogon Tribe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Dogon_single_grande.jpg?v=1508966319\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Art_with_a_story_and_soul_jpeg_large.jpg?v=1544159187\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/73267619-hourglass-vector-icon-isolated-object-on-white-background_icon.jpg?v=1520899850\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003eDon't wait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003e There's only 1 of these available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: One of a Kind Hand Carved Pure Teak Wood - Made out of one piece of wood\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003eHeight: 5.5 feet\/66 inches, 167 centimeters\u003cbr\u003eLength: 1 foot\/12 inches, 30 centimeters\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Mali, West Africa\u003cbr\u003e Tribe: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/dogon\" title=\"Dogon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDogon Tribe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Age: 72 years (1950)\u003cbr\u003eAvailability: In Stock, Available to Ship Immediately\u003cbr\u003eItem Number: S009 \u003cbr\u003eCollection: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTear Sheet: Available Upon Request\u003cbr\u003eProvenance Report: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Ladder_Provenance_Report_c1f6ac9b-5219-410e-b2f7-719f37c7387b.pdf?v=1641185044\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\"Ladder\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent; Not previously owned; Undamaged\u003cbr\u003eSourcing: Fair Trade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Certificate_1_large.png?v=1521170478\"\u003e Certificate of Authenticity Provided\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/gold-star-th_small.png?v=1520901373\" alt=\"\" width=\"16\" height=\"15\"\u003e Custom-made ladder stand included with your purchase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dogon, a people of the central plateau region of Mali, are among the oldest surviving groups in Africa and are well know for their wood sculpting. The Dogon Ladder, a functional piece of sculpture, was used to access their homes which were built into the sides of sandstone cliffs. While no longer functional, the ladder retains its sculptural qualities and natural patina making it a prized piece of Dogon art. The ladder was created by carving wedges into tree trunks that fork at the top. The notches serve as footholds, while the fork at the top stabilizes the ladder. Comes complete with custom stand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/j3zfUCBmybs?rel=0\u0026amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt York’s Shona Gallery, we always put our clients first. We have the most rapid fulfillment services of all online art websites. The majority of items will ship within 6 hours of ordering from Monday-Saturday. Depending on the shipping method you choose and where you are located in the United States, you should receive your item within 5 days.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also ship worldwide. Purchase the item of your choice and we will contact you shortly after with details on shipping and applicable taxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Fair_Trade_d5c6117a-a0c9-486d-84ae-b2bfb1c1c9cc_large.jpg?v=1522703869\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"York's Shona Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48786465235,"sku":"S009","price":3199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/products\/S009-background-removed-1024.png?v=1592627694"},{"product_id":"colonial-people","title":"Colonial People","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Art_with_a_story_and_soul_jpeg_large.jpg?v=1544159187\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/73267619-hourglass-vector-icon-isolated-object-on-white-background_icon.jpg?v=1520899850\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003eDon't wait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003e There's only 1 of each size available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: One of a Kind Hand Carved Wood \u003cspan\u003e- Made out of one piece of wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Dimensions (in): Ranges from 39\" - 61\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/S011-Size_Guide.jpg?v=1641243778\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Region: Ivory Coast, West Africa\u003cbr\u003eAvailability: In Stock\u003cspan\u003e, Available to Ship Immediately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Item Number: S011\u003cbr\u003eCollection: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTear Sheet: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Colonial_People.pdf?v=1595383155\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Colonial People\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance Report: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Colonial_People_Provenance_Report_c24923cf-0318-4252-8d77-c3047b3cc380.pdf?v=1641184937\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Colonial People\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Approximate Age: 27 years (1995)\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Some signs of age (shown in photos); Not previously owned; Undamaged\u003cbr\u003eSourcing: Fair Trade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Certificate_1_large.png?v=1521170478\"\u003e Certification of Authenticity Provided\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese bright, colorful wooden figures are called “Colonial People.” Because of their bright colored outfits and smiling faces, they appear to exude a positive energy, but Colonial figures carry a much more dynamic, even somber, message than a cursory glance may suggest.\u003cbr\u003eColonial or “colon” figures originated in West Africa in the Ivory Coast during the colonial period. “Colon” is the French noun for a colonist. These statues were not originally conceived for market, but rather for indigenous use. Some describe it as Transitional Art. The figures convey European colonial officials such as civil servants, doctors, soldiers or technicians or “Westernized” middle-class Africans. They bear elements of European design such as clothing, posture, and various accouterments. \u003cbr\u003eColonial figures achieved worldwide acclaim after World War II after decolonization. It has been debated that the genre originated as an African response to colonization and the repression at the hands of the colonial state. It is discussed whether the statues were originally seen as satirical caricatures of colonial officials or simply depictions of new subjects in local styles. Whether the original statues were intended to be purely ornamental or also served a ritual function is also debated by anthropologists. \u003cbr\u003e“Colonial People” like many other African artworks, do not paint history with a broad brush stroke. These figures tell a real, genuine story. One can see the sadness in the eyes, the forced smile, and forced passivity (hands in pockets) as they mirror the appearance of their oppressors, the colonists. Be sure to bring home a unique piece of history. There are only a few pieces left. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UcwvmiIiEMI?rel=0\u0026amp;showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt York’s Shona Gallery, we always put our clients first. We have the most rapid fulfillment services of all online art websites. The majority of items will ship within 6 hours of ordering from Monday-Saturday. Depending on the shipping method you choose and where you are located in the United States, you should receive your item within 5 days.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also ship worldwide. Purchase the item of your choice and we will contact you shortly after with details on shipping and applicable taxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Fair_Trade_d5c6117a-a0c9-486d-84ae-b2bfb1c1c9cc_large.jpg?v=1522703869\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"York's Shona Gallery","offers":[{"title":"39\"","offer_id":49223179283,"sku":"S011","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"59\"","offer_id":48786472147,"sku":"S011","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"61\"","offer_id":49223048595,"sku":"S011","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/products\/S011-3.jpg?v=1595561376"},{"product_id":"colonial-people-2","title":"Colonial People","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Baule Tribe\" href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/baule-tribe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Baule_Single_grande.jpg?v=1508963276\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Art_with_a_story_and_soul_jpeg_large.jpg?v=1544159187\"\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/73267619-hourglass-vector-icon-isolated-object-on-white-background_icon.jpg?v=1520899850\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003eDon't wait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #e69138;\"\u003e There's only 1 of each size available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Baule Tribe\" href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/baule-tribe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e Medium: One of a Kind Hand Carved Wood \u003cspan\u003e- Made out of one piece of wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (in): \u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\" x 12\" x 60\", \u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\" x 10\" x 62\"\u003cbr\u003eDimensions (cm): \u003cstrong\u003eSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 x 30 x 152, \u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 x 25 x 157\u003cbr\u003eLength (in): \u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\", \u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\"\u003cbr\u003eLength (cm): \u003cstrong\u003eSmall:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30, \u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/copy-of-colonial-people-size-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Ivory Coast, West Africa\u003cbr\u003eTribe: \u003ca title=\"Baule\" href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/pages\/baule-tribe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaule Tribe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Age: 62 years (1960)\u003cbr\u003eAvailability: In Stock\u003cspan\u003e, Available to Ship Immediately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Number: S011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTear Sheet: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Colonial_People_2_Tear_Sheet.pdf?v=1595646838\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Colonial People\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance Report: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Colonial_People_2_Provenance_Report_e81a6c01-5799-4b89-b01e-7dd787c3ed57.pdf?v=1641184937\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Colonial People\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Number: S012\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent; Not previously owned; Undamaged\u003cbr\u003eSourcing: Fair Trade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Certificate_1_large.png?v=1521170478\"\u003e Certificate of Authenticity Provided\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eColonial or “colon” figures originated in West Africa in the Ivory Coast during the colonial period. “Colon” is the French noun for a colonist. The figures convey European colonial officials such as civil servants, doctors, soldiers or technicians or “Westernized” middle-class Africans. They bear elements of European design such as clothing, posture, and various accouterments. These statues were not originally conceived for market, but rather for indigenous use. Some describe it as Transitional Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColonial figures achieved worldwide acclaim after World War II after decolonization. It has been argued that the genre originated as an African response to colonization and the repression at the hands of the colonial state. It is debated whether the statues were originally seen as satirical caricatures of colonial officials or simply depictions of new subjects in local styles. Whether the original statues were intended to be purely ornamental or also served a ritual function is also debated by anthropologists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt York’s Shona Gallery, we always put our clients first. We have the most rapid fulfillment services of all online art websites. The majority of items will ship within 6 hours of ordering from Monday-Saturday. Depending on the shipping method you choose and where you are located in the United States, you should receive your item within 5 days. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also ship worldwide. Purchase the item of your choice and we will contact you shortly after with details on shipping and applicable taxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/wood-sculptures\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWood Sculptures\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Fair_Trade_d5c6117a-a0c9-486d-84ae-b2bfb1c1c9cc_large.jpg?v=1522703869\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"York's Shona Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48786472915,"sku":"S012","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":49224912019,"sku":"S012","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/products\/S012-2-1024x1024.png?v=1592625596"},{"product_id":"giraffe","title":"\"Giraffe\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Art_with_a_story_and_soul_jpeg_large.jpg?v=1544159187\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur signature, our best seller. Thousands have been shipped worldwide, from Japan, to Brazil, to right here in New York City. They have been sought out by celebrities like Spike Lee, George Clooney, Melanie C, and Eartha Kitt. \u003cbr\u003eOur giraffes are hand carved and hand painted in Zambia from one piece of pure teak wood. Each giraffe has a unique, organic posture. Some are more elegant, exemplifying female giraffes. Others are more rigid and statuesque, exuding male characteristics. Giraffes that smaller in height are more fragile and delicate lend themselves to a child form. They are usually purchased in multiples, with each giraffe representing each member of one’s family. \u003cbr\u003eWe have giraffes up to 16 feet tall. They are expertly packaged to arrive in one piece with no assembly required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: Pure Teak Wood - Made from One Piece of Wood \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (in): Ranges from 1 foot - 16 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (cm): Ranges from  60.96 cm - 4.26 meters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Zambia, Southern Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTribe: Bushmen Tribe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability: All Heights In Stock, Available to Ship Immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor pricing of giraffes from 10-16 feet, please contact us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Number: G001\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yorksshonagallery.com\/collections\/giraffes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGiraffe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTear Sheet: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Giraffe.pdf?v=1595192653\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Giraffe\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance Report: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Giraffe_Provenance_Report.pdf?v=1595290133\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Giraffe\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent; Not previously owned; Undamaged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourcing: Fair Trade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Sold individually. Price listed is per piece\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KI3gV4D93fs?rel=0\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt York’s Shona Gallery, we always put our clients first. We have the most rapid fulfillment services of all online art websites. The majority of items will ship within 6 hours of ordering from Monday-Saturday. Depending on the shipping method you choose and where you are located in the United States, you should receive your item within 5 days.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also ship worldwide. Purchase the item of your choice and we will contact you shortly after with details on shipping and applicable taxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge Giraffes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have 40 years of experience shipping large giraffes. 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Not previously owned; Undamaged\u003cbr\u003eMarkings: Artist’s Signature\u003cbr\u003eProvenance Report: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Masaai_Tribe_-_MS001_Provenance_Report.pdf?v=1641154896\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\"Masaai Tribe\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTear Sheet: Available Upon Request\u003cbr\u003eSourcing: Fair Trade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2248\/2725\/files\/Certificate_1_large.png?v=1521170478\"\u003e Certificate of Authenticity Provided\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"600px\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/api.cappasity.com\/api\/player\/1aea0878-5507-4b3a-9c1e-dd59deab426a\/embedded?autorun=0\u0026amp;closebutton=1\u0026amp;logo=1\u0026amp;autorotate=0\u0026amp;autorotatetime=10\u0026amp;autorotatedelay=2\u0026amp;autorotatedir=1\u0026amp;hidefullscreen=1\u0026amp;hideautorotateopt=1\u0026amp;hidesettingsbtn=0\u0026amp;enableimagezoom=1\u0026amp;zoomquality=1\u0026amp;hidezoomopt=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"true\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"true\" onmousewheel=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"600px\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/api.cappasity.com\/api\/player\/ef2bc39c-0001-468d-969e-e54c8829b6ba\/embedded?autorun=0\u0026amp;closebutton=1\u0026amp;logo=1\u0026amp;autorotate=0\u0026amp;autorotatetime=10\u0026amp;autorotatedelay=2\u0026amp;autorotatedir=1\u0026amp;hidefullscreen=1\u0026amp;hideautorotateopt=1\u0026amp;hidesettingsbtn=0\u0026amp;enableimagezoom=1\u0026amp;zoomquality=1\u0026amp;hidezoomopt=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\" mozallowfullscreen=\"true\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"true\" onmousewheel=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003eNdonye Mwanzilo is a dedicated sculptor working exclusively in ebony to carve his refined “Masaai Tribe” figures. His characteristic detailed work demands great patience and a great deal of time to complete. Each piece is carved with a steady and most skillful hand. He is widely acknowledged to be the finest among the many ebony wood carvers from the Machakos district in Kenya. The recurrent themes of his work reflect Masaai tribal life. Mwanzilo believes art is a powerful and essential medium in which to preserve the tradition and culture of Masaai life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEbony Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEbony wood is one of the most valuable, rare, and expensive types of wood in the world; prized for its dark core. Ebony trees (Diospyros) are generally small and slow growing. The Greek name for ebony is Diospyros meaning 'fruit of the gods' and this wood is famous for its dark beauty and opulence. Because of its high density, texture, and waxiness, it is ideal for the production of fine artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurrently, worldwide demand for ebony wood is at an all-time high while supply is an all all-time low. A factor that influences rarity is darkness: the darker the color of the ebony, the more valuable it is. Today, artworks from light brown-brown ebony trees (harvested at 50 years old) are being produced. However, darker woods, also known as “pure ebony” (that look black at first glance) have become increasingly hard for collectors to acquire. York’s Shona Gallery is one of the only African galleries with such dark ebony in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt York’s Shona Gallery, we always put our clients first. We have the most rapid fulfillment services of all online art websites. The majority of items will ship within 6 hours of ordering from Monday-Saturday. 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