Vintage Hand Carved Hardwood Hippo Figurines Set of 2 African Art Open Mouth

Hand Carved
Wooden Hippopotamus Figurines
Vintage African Art Style

This is a set of two distinct, hand-carved hippopotamus figurines, likely crafted from dense African hardwood. Each piece showcases a unique artistic interpretation of the animal. The set includes one hippo with an aggressive, open-mouthed pose displaying tusks and a prominent, beautiful wood grain, possibly ironwood. The second figurine presents a more stylized, smooth form in a very dark, almost black wood that resembles ebony.

• Set of two unique, hand-carved hardwood figures.
• One hippo features a detailed, open-mouth design with inlaid tusks.
• The second hippo has a sleek, polished finish in a dark, uniform wood.
• Larger hippo measures approximately 6.5" long x 3.25" high.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Both figurines are free of significant chips or cracks. The wood has a beautiful, polished luster, with only minor surface marks and scuffs consistent with age and handling. The inlaid tusks on the open-mouthed hippo are intact.