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Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Hippo
Vintage Hand-Carved Wooden Hippo
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A satisfyingly solid hippopotamus in carved hardwood, with beautiful grain and a contrasting lighter-toned face. The details are simple but full of character — from the ears to the little tail nub. Heavy and well-made, with a smooth finish that still shows the carver’s hand. The two-tone detail on the face is intentional and part of the original design.
Unmarked, but clearly the work of a skilled craftsperson. Likely made in mid-century Africa (possibly Kenya or Zimbabwe), this is a classic example of high-quality mid-century carvings crafted for export in the 1950s–70s. A warm, slightly offbeat decorative object — especially good on low shelves, sideboards, or anywhere that needs a touch of animal magic.
✦ Length 22 cm, height 13 cm
✦ Hand-carved solid wood
✦ Origin: likely Kenya or Zimbabwe
✦ Period: Mid-20th century
✦ Very good vintage condition with light patina and natural fissures in the wood
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING & FREE PICK-UP
SHIPPING ✦ We ship anywhere in Finland. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your delivery method, location, and payment option. We aim to get your order out by the next working day. If things get a little busy on our end, give us 3–4 business days just in case. We also ship internationally whenever possible. Read more about domestic and international shipping.
FREE PICK-UP ✦ Prefer picking up your order in person? We offer free pick-up from both Karjaa and Helsinki. Just choose your preferred location at checkout. Read more about free pick-up.
LOCAL DELIVERY ✦ We offer free doorstep delivery for larger items (mainly furniture and artwork) to certain locations in Finland. Details vary by piece - you’ll find all the info on the individual product pages.
CONDITION & DETAILS
CONDITION & DETAILS
All our pieces are pre-loved — some contemporary, most vintage — and sold in their current condition including any signs of age or use, like patina, wear, fading, or minor flaws. Many vintage items also carry production marks from the manufacturing methods of their time. These details are very much a guarantee of authenticity, adding to the warmth and character of pieces with history.
We photograph and describe each piece as clearly as we can, so you know exactly what you’re getting. Please review the photos and descriptions before ordering, and if anything’s unclear, just reach out - we’re happy to help.
SKU:HD197
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