Beaded Owl Sculpture, South Africa | Medium | SKU: D969
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One-of-a-kind piece
Ethically sourced across Africa
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Family gallery since 1975
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Beaded Owl Sculpture, South Africa | Medium | SKU: D969
Hemingway African Gallery
88 Leonard St.
New York NY 10013
United States
This is a decorative contemporary piece.
All Beaded Art |
All Decorative Art |
Significance of Beaded Sculpture
Beaded wire animal sculptures are made with incredible patience and care. Each one is crafted by hand, with colorful glass beads strung one by one onto wire. It’s a time-consuming process, but it’s what gives these pieces their unique texture and strength.
Made by artisans in South Africa, these animals—ranging from owls and elephants to geckos and giraffes—are full of personality. The wire frames are slightly flexible, so you can gently adjust details like legs or tails to get the look you want.
Whether you're into folk art or just love quirky, handmade decor, these beaded animals add a fun, colorful touch to any room.
Country of Origin
- Hand-beaded in South Africa
Dimensions (inches)
- Depth: 5"
- Width: 6"
- Height: 12"
Materials
- Glass beads
- Wire
Shipping
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Subsidized U.S. FedEx Ground shipping: $30
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Smaller pieces are shipped via FedEx Ground in a secure box, with careful packaging to ensure safe delivery. To make fine art shipping more affordable, we subsidize part of the cost.
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Each shipment includes a declared value, requiring a signature upon delivery for added security.
Hemingway Gallery carefully selects pieces from artists and collectors whose work aligns with our historical and aesthetic standards. This includes newly created artworks that are actively used in ceremonies, which we deeply value despite their lack of age or antiquity. We recognize these as authentic expressions of artistic and cultural heritage, rather than mere tourist trade items.
Our collection also features works by skilled artisans who create fine art inspired by historic styles, as well as contemporary African pieces that may not fit traditional perceptions of ‘African’ art. We celebrate the evolving aesthetics of the continent, striving to showcase design that moves beyond the conventional ‘tribal’ label, reflecting the innovation and creativity of emerging artists.
Our pricing reflects the asking prices set by the artists, artisans, and art dealers in the African countries where we collect, as well as the real costs of responsibly importing their work to the United States. We are committed to challenging the outdated notion that fine art from Africa should be undervalued. Paying artists fairly is our highest priority, and our pricing is structured to honor their skill, labor, and cultural contribution.
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Please email us at info@hemingwayafricangallery.com or call 212-838-3650 with the SKU # for further information about this specific piece.
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