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Antique African Busts

Art Deco African Bust
By Continental Art Deco
Located in Glasgow, GB
This is a very fine carving of an African female Art Deco style . Carved in the late 1920's / early
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1920s Belgian Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Hardwood

Antique Art Deco African Bust
Art Deco African Bust
$661
H 7.49 in Dm 7.09 in
Bronze Bust of an African Mother Breastfeeding her Child signed Gardon
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A beautifully cast Art Nouveau dark brown patinated bronze bust of a young African mother tenderly
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique African Busts

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Bronze

Antique Bronze Bust of an African Mother Breastfeeding her Child signed Gardon
Bronze Bust of an African Mother Breastfeeding her Child signed Gardon
$600 Sale Price
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H 11 in W 6.5 in D 6.6 in
A hand carved African head by sculptor Arthur Dupagne, Belgium - first half 20th
By Arthur Dupagne
Located in London, GB
Massive granite block carved into a fine African head. The work attributed to 20th century sculptor
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Early 20th Century Belgian Expressionist Antique African Busts

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Granite

Carved bust of a tribeswoman
Located in Cheshire, GB
Finely carved wooden bust of a striking tribeswoman figure carved from an exotic hardwood with a
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Early 20th Century North African Antique African Busts

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Wood

Antique Carved bust of a tribeswoman
Carved bust of a tribeswoman
$7,493 Sale Price
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H 22 in W 13 in D 17 in
Antique 14k Gold Stick Pin with a Bust of a Turbaned North African or Arab Man
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique stick pin In 14k gold. Depicting the bust of a North African or Arab man with a
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Early 20th Century Antique African Busts

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14k Gold

Portrait of a Lady
Located in PARIS, FR
Exhibition of 1851. From 1851, he sculpted a series of busts of an African Venus. His submissions to the
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1860s French School Antique African Busts

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Marble

Antique Portrait of a Lady
Portrait of a Lady
$143,100
H 23.23 in W 17.33 in D 8.67 in
Carpeaux etnic bronze : Le chinois (1868). N1 (scetch) Observatory fountain
Located in Gent, VOV
, were executed after a live model. Asia is represented by this Chinese man and Africa by a bust entitled
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1860s Realist Antique African Busts

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Bronze

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Pair of Coal Painted Bronze Busts of a Arab Man and Woman
Located in London, GB
A pair of coal painted bronze busts of an Arab man and woman, early 20th century.
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Late 19th Century African Victorian Antique African Busts

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Bronze

Wooden Sculpture of the 19th century: Head of African with Gilded Decorations
By A. Manzoni
Located in Villa Verucchio, Emilia-Romagna
Introduction: A Historic and Significant Work of Art We explore the artistry and beauty of a large wooden sculpture dating from the late 1800s, depicting the head of an African with ...
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1880s Sub-Saharan African Colonial Revival Antique African Busts

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Wood

Antique Hand Carved Female Bust, African, Ebony, Ornamental Figure, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique hand-carved female bust. An African, ebony ornamental figure on Portland stone
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Late 19th Century Antique African Busts

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Ebony

Pair of Large Austrian Cold Painted Copper Busts of North African Companions
Located in New York, NY
These are a large and impressive pair of Austrian cold painted copper electrotype busts. Stock
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19th Century Austrian Antique African Busts

Art Deco Feminine Lacquered Ceramic Sculpture
Located in IT
Ceramic bust of an African Woman with green necklace and ring as well, original patina, excellent
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1920s European Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Ceramic

Art Deco Feminine Lacquered Ceramic Sculpture
Art Deco Feminine Lacquered Ceramic Sculpture
H 10.24 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Carpeaux etnic bronze : Le chinois (1868). N1 (scetch) Observatory fountain
Located in Gent, VOV
, were executed after a live model. Asia is represented by this Chinese man and Africa by a bust entitled
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1860s Realist Antique African Busts

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Bronze

Charles Lemanceau French Art Deco White Ceramic Rabbit
By Charles Lemanceau
Located in CA, CA
-Clemant and Sainte-Radegonde but he was also responsible for notable portraits such as the bust of African
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1920s French Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Faience

Early 20th Century Bust of an African Lady
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century bust of an African lady, presented in the Primitive style. Dimensions: H27 x
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Early 20th Century Primitive Antique African Busts

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Terracotta

Early 20th Century Bust of an African Lady
Early 20th Century Bust of an African Lady
H 10.63 in W 5.71 in D 7.88 in
Early 20th Century Plaster Bust of a African Woman
Located in Berlin, DE
This plaster bust of was made in the early 20th century. It was probably made by Karl Koch in 1920.
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Antique African Busts

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Plaster

Antique Head of an Oba King Bronze Benin Sculpture African Tribal Altar Bust
Located in Dayton, OH
"This cast bronze sculpture depicts the idealized likeness of an oba, or king, wearing a woven CAP of coral beads, with lateral strands of coral suspended around both ears. A single ...
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Late 19th Century Tribal Antique African Busts

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Bronze

20th C. African Hardwood Carving of a Woman Wearing Headdress, circa 1930
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A 20th century African hardwood carving of a woman wearing a headdress, circa 1930.   
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Early 20th Century African Other Antique African Busts

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Hardwood

Large Antique Dug Out Carved Tribal African Sculpture
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A large antique Tribal wooden sculpture from Africa. Dates from early 20th century. This piece
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Early 19th Century Mozambican Tribal Antique African Busts

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Wood

Austrian Early 20th Century Polychromed Bust Figure African Girl Holding a Tray
By Goldscheider Manufactory of Vienna
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An Austrian early 20th century cast bust figure of an African girl holding a tray. The smiling
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Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique African Busts

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Plaster

Fausta Mengarini, Medusa, Art Deco Bronze Bas-Relief Medallion, circa 1926
By Fausta Vittoria Mengarini
Located in New York, NY
, Africa (Royal Italian Gov't.); busts, H.M. King, Mussolini at Eastman Dental Clinic, Rome; Univ. Rome
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1920s Italian Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Bronze

African Bronze Male Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bronze African bust from the Benin region dating late 19th early 20th century. The sculpture is
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Early 20th Century African Antique African Busts

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Bronze

Anthropomorphic Composition Painted Plaster Death Bust Mask of an African Gent
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
men and 30 women from different African populations, including Ai-hum, Kung, Bantu and "pygmies" Ituri
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Early 20th Century Belgian High Victorian Antique African Busts

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Composition

Royal Copenhagen Unique Stoneware Bust of an African Woman by Knud Kyhn 1938
By Knud Kyhn, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Royal Copenhagen unique stoneware bust of an African woman by Knud Kyhn 1938. Measures 41cm high.
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Early 20th Century Antique African Busts

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Stoneware

Folk Art Wood Bust of an African American Gentleman
Located in New York, NY
Well carved portrait bust of a man with black features and painted hair and moustache. It appears
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique African Busts

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Wood

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20th Century Chinese Polished Carved Stone Sex Toys
Located in North Miami, FL
A pair of 20th century Chinese polished carved stone sex toys.
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20th Century Chinese Antique African Busts

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Stone

African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota Mohongwe Peoples Art
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastically hand-crafted piece by the Kota (or Bakota) tribe who are located in the northeastern region of Gabon. This figure, which is a Mahongwe reliquary figure as exhibited w...
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Early 20th Century Gabonese Tribal Antique African Busts

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Brass, Copper

19 Century English Regency Neo Classical Gilt Wood Mirror
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A fine Regency giltwood and composition triple plate overmantel mirror, each mirror being beveled. The frieze is decorated with ebonized balls above alternating acanthus and anthemio...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique African Busts

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Giltwood

Giltwood "Confidente" Large Sofa in the Louis XV Style made by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
An elegant and impressive large Louis XV style confidante sofa which has been hand carved and gilded using traditional methods and materials to achieve an authentic period finish. Th...
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2010s British Louis XVI Antique African Busts

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Wood, Giltwood

French Empire Style Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Bookcase / Display Cabinet
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mahogany cabinet decorated with gilded metal mounts constructed in two sections, the upper section with two glazed doors flanked by mahogany columns opens to reveal a fabric lined ...
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Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique African Busts

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Mahogany

Hand Carved Wooden Smoker Gnome Figure, Vintage German Black Forest Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful hand carved wooden smoker figure, found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. We believe that this piece is from around 1930s or older. A nice addition to any room. Beau...
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1930s German Folk Art Antique African Busts

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Wood

Hand Ceramic Abstract Horse Sculpture Decorative Ancient Pixiu Glazed Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Turquoise Blue Hand Ceramic Abstract Horse Sculpture Decorative Ancient Pixiu Glazed Home Decor In tradition Anahita, the Persian goddess associated with water, fertility, and wisd...
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1970s West Asian Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Gold Plate, Brass

Hand Ceramic Abstract Horse Sculpture Decorative Ancient Pixiu Glazed Home Decor
Hand Ceramic Abstract Horse Sculpture Decorative Ancient Pixiu Glazed Home Decor
$1,216 Sale Price
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H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 5.91 in
Bronze Mercury Statue Hermes Classical Art Giambologna
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Incredible giant bronze statue of the famous Mercury statue The original version of this was by Italian artist Giambologna This version is over five feet tall - 164 CM Mercury was th...
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1980s Antique African Busts

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Bronze

Art Deco Walnut Vintage Pair of Nightstands or Chests or Commodes 1930s Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of nightstands or small chests or commodes from walnut Vienna 1930s. While the wonderful nightstands show a lively play of walnut veneer and solid walnut in a w...
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1930s Austrian Art Deco Antique African Busts

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Bakelite, Walnut, Plywood

Life Size Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of a Woman Leopold Savine French (1861-1934)
By Léopold Savine
Located in Petaluma, CA
For the art nouveau lover, or anyone who loves beauty, here is a life size bronze beautifully cast young maiden finished in a warm rich patina. The young woman's countenance is so l...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique African Busts

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Bronze

1960 s Solid Wood Hand Carved Primitive Totem Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully hand crafted solid wood totemic sculpture with detailed features highlighting its authentic presence. This unique piece meshes style and art into a eye catching and taste...
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Mid-20th Century Primitive Antique African Busts

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Wood

Large Zen Garden Shrine Head of Guanyin Buddha Statue
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Large 20th century Chinese head of Guanyin. This piece is quite large and has been hand crafted by a skilled artisan from a single log. It measures 27 1/2” tall x 14” deep x 14” wide...
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20th Century Chinese Qing Antique African Busts

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Wood

Brass and Beveled Glass Hall Lantern
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A contemporary brass and beveled glass hall or dining room lantern/chandelier with six rectangular beveled glass framed sides supported from the top to the canopy by six scrolling ar...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Antique African Busts

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Brass

Late 19 Century Napoleon III Rococo Style Gilt Wood and Gesso Framed Mirror
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A rare and highly unusual French Napoleon III carved wood, gesso and gilded frame with a modern mirror in it. The frame is decorated with cartouches and is further embellished with...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique African Busts

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Gesso, Giltwood, Mirror

19th Century American Neoclassical Style Bird s-Eye Maple Armoire
By John Thomas Seymour
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mid-19th century American richly finished armoire in bird’s-eye maple of neoclassic architectural shape and proportions; the cabinet is in three sections framed by ionic pilasters,...
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Mid-19th Century American American Classical Antique African Busts

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Birdseye Maple, Mahogany

French 19th Century Mahogany Empire-Style Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An outstanding French Empire-style mahogany accent table with a unique basket wrapped around the pedestal. A circular wood top with raised trim rests on an apron housing two small dr...
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19th Century French Empire Antique African Busts

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Mahogany

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Antique African Busts For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique African busts is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique African busts was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, bronze and marble. There are all kinds of antique African busts available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. modern antique African busts are consistently popular styles.

How Much are Antique African Busts?

Prices for antique African busts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique African busts begin at $87 and can go as high as $15,743, while the average can fetch as much as $1,216.