Modern Haitian Oil Drum Figurative Sculpture, 1970s

Description

Haitian metal art wall decoration from the 1970s signed M.U. The design is of a lady in festive regalia.  The … more Haitian metal art wall decoration from the 1970s signed M.U. The design is of a lady in festive regalia.  The eyes, noses and partially the mouth are cut all the way .

A unique Haitian form of the art of steel drum sculpture.   Primarily produced in the town of Croix-des- Bouquets using recycled oil drums.  The process consists of setting fire inside drum to remove paint and remaining residue. Once cool, the drum is cut from top to bottom and laboriously the drum is pounded to a flat surface.  A pattern is painted with chalk on the flat surface and then cut out.  The design is achieved with a hammer, chisel and other rustic tools and usually is signed by the artist.

Measurements: 13 inches high x 9 inches wide

Condition: Very Good. No damage. Some (not bad) oxidation inherent to the material used for this art. less