Bidspirit auction | Tingatinga School Painting Pair

Tingatinga School Painting Pair - Item/Description: Two small, original, colorful Tingatinga School paintings on board. One depicting a bird / rooster and the other a zebra with an exotic bird. Unknown artists, no noticeable signatures. (Tanzania, Kenya, African Animals, African folk art) Tingatinga (Tinga-tinga or Tinga Tinga) is a painting style that originated in East Africa. The genre is named after its founder, Tanzanian painter Edward Tingatinga. Tinga Tinga also inspired kids animation tales, namely Tinga Tinga Tales. Before his tragic murder in 1972, Tingatinga established a new art form using basic supplies available to him as a house painter -- enamel paints and masonite scraps, to expand on traditional Congo painting styles. Material: Enamel on board Dimensions each: Image size: Height: 5 1/2”; Width: 5 1/2”. Framed: Height: 6”; Width: 6” Condition: Signs of age and wear include surface scratches, chipping Age: 1980s Provenance: JoAnn Young Collection Shipping: $25 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding.