The "Tree of Life" or "Ujamma" a MaKonde term, is carved directly from the ebony wood tree in Tanzania. The outer, original tree bark is sometimes left intact to highlight the work. In general the tree displays how a typical African village survives..by working with nature and by each man supporting one another. The figures: animals, men, women, children, huts and trees are carved with great detail and vary from tree to tree. The work is exceptional despite the fact that ebony wood is exceedingly dense and very very hard to carve. Certain trees exhibit a variance in color from light to dark wood which is very attractive. With the ebony tree the further you go from the center core the lighter the wood becomes. These sculptures vary in height from 1 foot to over 6 feet tall. Please see the photos below of the trees that are available. Please click photo for enlargement! When OFFLINE click button to leave a message! Item 100 Ujamaa Tree 48Carved huts, trees with coconuts, villagers and animals including a lion are featured on this extraordinary selection. This item is carved to order and will ship directly from Africa to you! Call or email us for complete details. See another photo below. Dimensions: 4 feet 8 inches tall. Most narrow width is 2 feet. Most wide width is 2.5 feet. Wt: 44 lbs. Item 100a Ujamaa Tree 48 close upSee the detailing at a closer view. Please click photo for enlargement! Tree of Life "B" Tree of Life "B"This is a classic older selection. The figures are linked together; men and women and children all carrying baskets of goods on their heads and laps descending down from the lead villager at the tree top! This tree has been securely positioned on a base. This was done in Tanzania at request of the original owner. Please click photo for enlargement! See other photos below. Dimensions: 41 inches tall x 12 inches wide. Wt: 20 lbs. Item 100b$375.00 "B" TopPlease click photo for enlargement! See another photo below. "B" Mid sectionPlease click photo for enlargement! See another photo below. "B" Lower section and basePlease click photo for enlargement! "B" BackPlease click photo for enlargement! Tree of Life "C"There's a lot going on in this little tree! Some of the figures are standing others leaning most are climbing and all are supporting one another. The detailing of this ebony wood selection is wonderful. Sold Please click photo for enlargement. See other photos below. Dimensions: 12 inches tall x 4 1/2 inches from the widest point. Wt: 3 lbs. Item 100c$145.00 "C" Side viewPlease click photo for enlargement!. See another picture below. "C" Side viewPlease click photo for enalargement! The WarehousePlease click here for new arrivals.