Vintage Mid-Century Hand-Carved Monkey Pod Wood Mushroom Sculpture by Leilani, Made in Philippines.
This vintage hand-carved sculpture from the mid-20th century features a whimsical pair of mushrooms rendered in solid monkey pod wood, handcrafted by the Leilani workshop in the Philippines. The composition rests on an organically shaped base with deep gouge-style carvings that add a tactile, sculptural texture. Two mushroom stems of varying height rise vertically from the base, each topped with smoothly rounded caps. The caps are dotted with small, evenly spaced holes that give added visual interest and may have once functioned as a decorative incense holder or simple perforated design motif.
The wood displays beautiful warm brown tones with visible grain variation throughout, characteristic of monkey pod wood. This piece retains its original foil label reading Leilani Genuine Monkey-Pod Wood Hand Crafted along with a "Made in Philippines" tag and a handwritten stock number (looks like 218).
Likely produced in the 1960s-1970s, this sculptural form reflects the organic, nature-inspired aesthetics of the tropical modernist movement popular during that period. It serves beautifully as a decorative accent for bohemian, mid-century, or naturalist interiors.Very good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age. Original labels intact.
Vintage condition as pictured.
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Dimensions approximately: 7.5"L, 4.5"W, 7.25"H
Box S11