Late 20th Century Dominican Hand-Carved Varnished Wooden Hand Sculpture

Late 20th century dominican hand-carved varnished wooden hand sculpture/cigar holder

By: unknown
Material: wood
Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, varnished
Dimensions: 3.5 in x 3.5 in x 12 in
Date: late 20th century, circa 1990
Style: Post-Modern, Contemporary
Place of origin: Dominican Republic

This is a late 20th century figurative sculpture of a hand that functions as a decorative item and cigar holder. Hand-carved from dark, varnished wood, the piece sits atop a square base crafted from the same material. Its artisanal dark finish and functional design create an elegant accent piece that nods to Central America iconic cigar culture.

This collector’s item will elevate any space with its expert craftsmanship and nuanced nod to caribbean tradition.

The cigarette depicted alongside the sculpture in the photos is not included with the purchase of the piece. It is shown only for illustrative purposes.

The varnish has degraded on the bottom of the piece due to the passage of time and use, as can be seen in the photographs.