This African Christmas carving by Van Nyasulu is made out of Muwanga wood which is known for its beautiful grains. The piece shows African people of different tribes bringing various gifts to the Holy family. Everything is carved by hand and polished to bring out its natural shine.
Van Nyasulu is from Nkhata-Bay, Malawi. He learned wood carving from his father, a renowned carver in Malawi from the seventies through the early nineties. He taught Van from the age of 6 until 14 when he passed away. Since then Van has developed his own style and made wood carving his full time job.
Name: The Magi
Artist: Van Nyasulu
Country: Malawi
Material: Wood
Height: 12"
Width: 20"
Depth: 3"
Number of Pieces: 1
Jesus, Mary, Joseph, shepherds, gift bearers
Acquired: 2018
Artist: Van Nyasulu
Country: Malawi
Material: Wood
Height: 12"
Width: 20"
Depth: 3"
Number of Pieces: 1
Jesus, Mary, Joseph, shepherds, gift bearers
Acquired: 2018