This item is a decorated ostrich egg from South Africa, a popular type of African art and craft. The egg is decorated with the "Big Five" (the elephant, lion, leopard, rhinoceros, and buffalo) in a safari scene. It is in excellent condition. 15 cm high.
Technique: The egg is decorated with decoupage (a cut-out technique) or is hand-painted. Many examples have a glossy finish, sometimes with metallic flakes for added effect.
Material: Real, hollowed-out ostrich eggshells are used, which feel very sturdy.
Origin: These objects are primarily manufactured in South Africa as decorative ornaments or collectibles.
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Decoration Details
The image typically depicts the animals against a backdrop of an African sunset with rich red, orange, and yellow hues. Some eggs also contain other elements, such as a map of Africa or San-style inscriptions.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialOtherNumber of items1Height15 cmWidth12 cmDepth12 cm