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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Imperial Topaz from Zambia // 19g
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 19 grams, this Imperial Topaz from Zambia is a testament to natural beauty. Its captivating color and quality make it a must-have for collectors. Key Features: Dimensions:...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Imperial Topaz from Zambia // 19g
Imperial Topaz from Zambia // 19g
$560 Sale Price
30% Off
Tutisi Ceremonial Basket
By Tutsi People
Located in Glasgow, GB
This is an extremely rare presentation basket from the Tutsi people of Rwanda. This pyece is exceptional in its rarity because of its size. The piece would have been woven around 194...
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1940s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Raffia

Malachite from Katanga Shaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo Zaire
Located in New York, NY
From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural velvet botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Malachite

Joseph Bansimba African bust carved in wenge - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Joseph Bansimba African bust carved in wenge - 20th African Art - Ethnic decoration Measures : 30x16cm H: 21,5cm Material : Wenge
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20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wenge

Whole Ammonite Fossil, Mineral Specimen, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #D7U
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 8.75 × 7.5 × 1.875 in. / 22 × 19 × 4.75 cm Weight: 4.125 lbs / 2.169 kg Height on custom display ...
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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Precious Stone

1990s Pair of Wood And Shells Beaded Namji Dolls On Wood Bases
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1990s Pair of Wood And Shells Beaded Namji Dolls Made with wood, beads and cowrie shells Metal Earings Some cracks in the shells on top of the head
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1990s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Shell, Wood, Beads

6.5 Inch Ammonite Fossil Cut Polished and Mounted Mineral Specimen
Located in Point Richmond, CA
6.5 Inch Ammonite Fossil Cut Polished and Mounted Mineral Specimen Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Cutting and polishing this ammonite has revealed an inte...
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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Stone

Iron Crucifix Sculpture In The Style Of Regardt Van De Meulen
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish iron work sculpture of Christ hanging on the cross in the manner of Regardt van de Meulen and dating from the 20th/21st century. The crucifix stands on a rectangular w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Iron

20th Century New Guinea Drum with Drumstick
Located in Winnetka, IL
Hand-carved wooden drum from New Guinea, featuring intricate painted patterns in white, red, and black across the cylindrical body. The surface displays symmetrical curvilinear motif...
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Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Bambara puppet figurine, African tribal art, circa 1950
Located in LYON, FR
TRIBAL ART Large traditional puppet figurine with articulated arms. Polychrome hardwood resting on its steel base. A favorite for this old puppet figurin...
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ebony

A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
This character filled A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture originates from Mali during the latter half of the 20th Century. Features a rectilinear black base on which four curv...
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20th Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

Mbole Yela Face mask with original Raphia and Cloth
Located in Leuven , BE
This rare, almost circular-shaped masks, belongs to the Ekanga secret society and would have been kept in baskets at the heart of their sanctuaries. The minimalist style and the whit...
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1920s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Genuine Polished Lepidolite Freeform from Madagascar 100 lbs
Located in New York, NY
This 100 lbs large genuine polished Lepidolite freeform from Madagascar is of superior quality, hosting a distinctive lilac shade with a distinct blend of purple hues for a remarkabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Rock Crystal

Decorative African Antelope Sculpture from the Tribal People of Benin
By People from Benin
Located in Miami, FL
Intricately hand-crafted African antelope, Benin tribal sculpture. Details in hand-hammered bronze on wood small pieces attached with small nails and numerous carvings. This object form is one of the best-known examples of Benin art, created from the thirteenth century onwards, by the Edo people, which also included other sculptures in brass, including some famous portrait heads and smaller pieces of art. Cast bronze. Tribal African Art...
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20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Ceramic Spider Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Pomegranate Monkey Jewelry Box The Pomegranate Monkey Jewelry Box is a stunning piece of ceramic decorative art created in South Africa by the talented artisans at Love Art Ceramic. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Cerussite From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Complex cluster of highly reflective lustrous transparent cerussite crystals in a 60 degree twinning reticulating forma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Antique Nupe Carved Wood Openwork Geometric Stool
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Well used and loved Nupe carved wood stool with openwork geometric design, It is in good condition, appropriate for its age, use, and medium. Well used with deep patina, chips and ...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Spessartine Garnet Crystal from Loliondo, Arusha, Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
From Nani Hill, Loliondo, Ngorongoro district, Arusha, Tanzania Large trapezohedral crystal of transparent orange spessartine garnet with no matrix attached. Has lustrous faces with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Other

Hand Carved brutalist Decorative Nankong Totem Sculpture Set of 3
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our totem sculptures are hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable African alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair tra...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Brass, Steel

Cerussite From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Rich cluster of many intersecting yellow mimetite crystals. Very lustrous, good color. The crystals are elongated and co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Rock Crystal

Ceramic Monkey And Baby Sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Mother Monkey Sculpture" from Ardmore Ceramics, meticulously hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Sthabiso Hadebe, is a striking work of art that beautifully captures the essence o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...
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1970s Primitive Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Fibrous Malachite – 567 Grams
Located in New York, NY
This fibrous Malachite specimen exhibits an intense emerald green coloration with striking texture and a dynamic appearance. The naturally radiating fibrous structure creates rich de...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Malachite

Fibrous Malachite – 567 Grams
Fibrous Malachite – 567 Grams
$280 Sale Price
20% Off
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Handcrafted in South Africa by local artisans under the brand Imvelo Natural Art, this tiger sculpture ceramic exudes raw beauty and artistic finesse. Sculpted by Bennet and painted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Small early Kuba Cup With Sweet Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Small early Kuba Cup With Sweet Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa Finely carved hair in tight geometric form, small projecting ears. Some damage and wear t...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

African Tribal Weapon in Animal Skin Holder
Located in Miami, FL
African ceremonial sword from the democratic Republic of Congo, circa 1920s. Iron and wood, in a case made of cloth and animal skin. This status symbol tribal sword...
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20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Metal

Early 20th Century African Antique Wood Comb with Human Head
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th Century African Antique Wood Comb with Human Head From the Chokwe Culture of Angola. A fine, old, much used comb with a glossy, glasslike patina...
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Early 20th Century Other Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique hand-carved African couple sculpture 1940s
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Antique hand-carved African couple sculpture 1940s - Private Collection Domenico Rugiano
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20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Worn and Weathered Tsogho Short Bench with Faces, Gabon, Africa ex Visser
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Worn and weathered Tsogho short bench carved from a single piece of wood, with faces and figures, from Gabon, Africa. Blocky bench with roughly carved out openings, flanked on one s...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

African Bronze Benin Sculpture
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This is a Benin-style bronze sculpture, likely inspired by the traditional lost-wax casting techniques used by the Edo people of the Kingdom of Benin (modern-day Nigeria). Descripti...
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19th Century Edo Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Brass, Bronze

Ethiopian Wood Head Rest With Silver White Metal Beads and Dangles, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
An old well used Ethiopian head rest with attached oxidized silver or white metal beads and dangles. It is in good condition with wear, polish and eros...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Vessel / Jar
Located in Studio City, CA
This is a fantastic piece likely made by the Mangetu tribe of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is finely detailed and quite large and hefty. These pieces were originally made...
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20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Terracotta

Nupe Incised Water Vessel
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this water vessel, received detailed attention. The vessel's varied texture...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Kote Kono a African Puppets from Mali
Located in Paris, FR
African Puppets Kote Kono A, this "Kote Kono" animal puppets depicting the hornbill bird with a large beak during the Sogobo ceremony. This ancestral tradition continues in the region of Segou in Mali, along the Niger River and more particularly in the Bozo ethnic group. It is an opportunity to regroup the different villages and give rise to musical and theatrical performances whose highlight is the puppet show...
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1950s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Fabric, Wood

Impressive Set of 6 Malachite Vases, Congo, 1960 s.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking set of six malachite vases from the Congo, crafted in the 1960s. These vases showcase the captivating, natural beauty of malachite, with rich, vibrant green hues and intri...
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1960s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Malachite

Carved Stone Female by Michael Chiwandire (1971), Zimbabwe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This heavy weight polished stone sculpture done by renowned sculptor Michael Chiwandire shows a woman woman figure curled up. Her hair has a striking and raw appearance. The artist's...
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20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Stone

African Wooden Sculpture of a Deer Family, Belgian Congo, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Hand-Carved Wooden Sculpture of a Deer Family, Belgian Congo, 1950s An impressive African wooden sculpture, hand-carved in the Belgian Congo during the 1950s. This remarkable ...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Zulu Wood Double Head Rest Stylized Human Figure, South Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa. In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century African Shovel Currency on Stand
Located in High Point, NC
This fascinating piece is an example of shovel currency, formerly used among the peoples of northern Nigeria as a form of monetary exchange. Forged iron would have been traded for go...
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Early 1900s Rustic Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Metal

20th Century African Shovel Currency on Stand
20th Century African Shovel Currency on Stand
$1,596 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Large Natural Black Tourmaline Mineral Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural black tourmaline mineral specimen originating from Zimbabwe. While tourmaline may not shine as other bright as other minerals, it offers a distinctive look almost li...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Natural Fiber

Large 8 Inch Ammonite Specimen Cut Polished and Mounted Fossil
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large 8 Inch Ammonite Specimen Cut Polished and Mounted Fossil - Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old An excellent quality split ammonite fossil. We hand pick...
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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Stone

Spessartine Garnet Crystal from Loliondo, Arusha, Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
From Nani Hill, Loliondo, Ngorongoro district, Arusha, Tanzania Large trapezohedral crystal of transparent orange spessartine garnet with no matrix attached. Has lustrous faces with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Other

Antique African Hand Carved Woman Sculptor
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional hand wood carving of a woman probably African queen, beautiful face showing grace and resolute looking forward, white color finish and clear wax restoration. Professional...
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19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Strawberry Quartz Sphere from Madagascar
Located in New York, NY
Top AAA quality polished Strawberry Quartz sphere from Madagascar. It has color ranges from light pink, strawberry pink, to raspberry pink. Strawberry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Quartz

Polished Polychrome Freeform from Madagascar (6.3 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
AAA-quality Polychrome Jasper freeform. This beautiful specimen has multi-colored veins of Chalcedony from Madagascar. Beautiful multi-colored rock that usually exhibits a circular, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal, Other

Vintage Abstract Family Statue, Tribal, Hardstone, Decorative Ornament, C.1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage abstract family statue. A tribal African, polished hardstone decorative ornament, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960. A pare...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Stone

Stone Sculpture by Nesbert Mukomberanwa
By Nesbert Mukomberanwa
Located in Fulton, CA
A hand carved stone sculpture by Zimbabwean Artist Nesbert Mukomberanqa, nephew to Nicholas Mukomberanwa. South African sculpture known for the "Shona"...
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Late 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Stone

Electric Blue Labradorite polished bloc
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Labradorite is a classic semi precious stone from Madagascar. This bloc is a perfect desk size specimen, weighing 1350 grams, and shows a great flash of electric blue color. The col...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Precious Stone

Large Antique Carved Wood Female Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chi wara is a ritual headdress used by the Bambara people in Mali. Portrayed as both male or female figures Chi ware is associated with agriculture. This fema...
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Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Hardwood

Azurite with Cerussite From Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From the world-famous Tsumeb Mine in Namibia, this specimen displays an outstanding combination of large, fully formed azurite crystals of rich, midnight blue hue with a dazzling lus...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Crystal

Ceramic Giraffe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
captivating piece Giraffe Jewelry box. Handmade ceramics often bear the mark of the artisan's skill and creativity, and being made in South Africa likely adds an extra layer of cultu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Beginning of the Hunt - Bronze Maasai Warrior Sculpture
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
This bronze sculpture captures a Maasai warrior in a rare moment of stillness and anticipation — poised at the very beginning of the hunt. The figure stands tall and slender, his spe...
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2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Five Tribal Bronze Snuff Rings, Tiv Culture, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Five Tribal Bronze Snuff Rings, Tiv Culture, Nigeria Brass or copper alloy 4.5 (11.4 cm) to 2.25 (6.7 cm) inches high 19th century A fascinating collection...
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19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Chokwe Basket
By Basket Ville
Located in Glasgow, GB
This is a beautiful presentation basket from the Chokwe people of Angloa . Woven tightly from strong rafia strands and diamond motifs only used for high ranking insignia . The bas...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Raffia

African (Kenya) Hand-Carved Figurative Sculpture of Masai Warrior with Spear
Located in Miami, FL
African (Kenya) Hand-Carved Figurative Sculpture of Masai Warrior with Spear
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20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Kuba Iron Currency Spear, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron example was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were modeled after objects of inherent value, resulting in sculptural combinations of function and beauty. This large iron spear dates to the early 20th century and is attributed to the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Secured to a narrow handle of iron and wood, the flattened blade has an elegant, sloping silhouette, subtly textured with raised lines and a rusted, antique patina. Forged as a broadleaf spear, the weapon contrasts a violent potential with images of peaceful branches swaying in the wind. We've set this unusual Kuba spear...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Iron

Carved Aftican Wood Sculpture from Togo
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, carved wood sculpture representing the human figure from Togo, Africa. A large, dramatic piece for a tribal art collection and creating a rare, unique and special presence.
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19th Century Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

1960s Primitive Art Patinated Wood Carved Bowl Turkana Kenya
By Emil Milan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Primitive Art Hand Carved Patinated Wood Bowl Turkana Kenya wood carving unmarked. 7 h x 8.5 d x 13.25 w Original vintage unrestored condition. Rich patina with signs of age and use...
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1960s Primitive Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

Large Organic Lidded African Gourd Vessel Urn
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive in scale, large hand made organic hollowed out dried gourd vessel with lid and wood. Visible stitching and fabulous mottled reddish brown patina. Opening is 9.75”
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

African Yoruba Cowrie Shell, Beaded Fertility Doll, 20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
African Yoruba Cowrie Shell, Beaded Fertility Doll, 20th Century Offered for sale is a 20th century African Yoruba hand-carved wood fertility doll made in the Tribal style. These d...
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20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood, Shell, Beads

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