Vintage Hand-Painted Ostrich Egg African Folk Art 1960s

Beautiful vintage hand-painted genuine ostrich egg featuring a colourful traditional African village scene.

Believed to date from the 1960s originating from the household effects of someone who lived or travelled in Africa during that period.

The egg features a charming hand-painted landscape with traditionally dressed African figures, a thatched village dwelling, trees, birds and a golden-yellow landscape beneath a pale blue sky.

The artwork is particularly attractive, with fine detailing, vibrant colours and the natural textured surface of the ostrich eggshell.

A wonderful example of vintage African decorative folk art, ideal for collectors of African memorabilia, ethnographic curiosities, vintage souvenirs or unusual decorative objects.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The eggshell is intact, with no cracks or damage. There is a small hole underneath, originally made to empty the egg. Please see photographs.

A distinctive and unusual decorative piece with an interesting provenance.