Vintage Penn Museum OSG Bird Sculpture Replica African Tribal Heavy Figurine

Up for sale is a beautiful, mid-century authorized museum reproduction of a West African traditional hand-carved folkart bird. This piece was produced by Objects Specialty Group/Alva Studios (Alva Museum Replicas), a company famous in the mid-to-late 20th century for their high-quality, precise castings of historic artifacts. A fantastic, highly collectible piece of mid-century brutalist / ethnographic decor that displays beautifully on a bookshelf, desk, or mantel. Markings on Base: Marked OSG Marked Univ Penn Museum (Confirming the original tribal artifact is part of the permanent collection at the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology). Condition Notes: This sculpture is made of Alvastone, hand-finished to perfectly replicate the texture, grain, and weathered patina of old African tribal wood. It is in very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age, which only adds to its authentic, rustic look. No structural cracks or major damage. Please review all photos carefully to assess condition details. If you have any questions, please let us know. Thank you!

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• Listed May 18, 2026