Two African Carved and Painted Wood Figures

Mid 20th century, each carved from a single piece of wood with painted features.

Taller 54 in.

From the Estate of the late Joseph D. Rowand, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Joe Rowand was instrumental in developing a contemporary art scene in North Carolina. After studying in New York City at Parsons, he brought the big city art feel to Chapel Hill, North Carolina when he opened Somerhill Gallery in 1972. His gallery served as an epicenter for collectors and artists to gather and grow for over thirty years.

According to Gabe Bernston, Joe's friend and assistant, Joe often said if there were a fire that he'd grab these two pieces first.

Each with large shrinkage cracks; the taller with loss at wrist and the element in hand.