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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Hand-Carved African White Rhino / Rhinoceros Marble Sculpture - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand-carved African white rhino / rhinoceros sculpture, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 8.5"W x 2.75"D x 4.25"H; it is signed on the undersi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Malachite Fish
Located in New York, NY
This finely detailed 272-gram Malachite fish has been expertly hand-carved and hand-polished from top-quality Malachite sourced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The stone’s v...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
$299
Bronze Rhino Sculpture - Black Rhino Bust in Blue Verdigris
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
The Black Rhino is one of Africa’s most formidable creatures, yet also among its most vulnerable. This bronze bust, finished in a deep blue verdigris patina, captures the raw strength and weathered dignity of the rhino’s head, its horn thrust forward like a spear forged by evolution. I first sketched this piece in the field when all I could see was a rhino’s head emerging through the thicket—an unforgettable impression of power and presence.
The rhino’s horn, once its ultimate defense, has tragically become the very reason for its decline. In this sculpture, that paradox is frozen in bronze: resilience and fragility bound together. Set on a sandstone base, the piece is both a tribute and a reminder—of nature’s grandeur and mankind’s responsibility to protect it.
Bronze Rhino Sculpture...
Category
2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Malachite Vide Poche and Pair of Eggs
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A set consisting of one natural solid vide poche (10x7x3 cm) of malachite with an organic shape as well as a pair of eggs which are solid too. The measurements of the eggs are 5x3,5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
$776 / set
Bronze Memorial Statue from Benin, The Fon People
Located in Beerse, VAN
This memorial statue is an example of traditional African metalwork from the Benin Kingdom, present-day Nigeria, known for its historic bronze and brass sculptures made using the los...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders , circa 1970's walnut , maple etc mahogany. Incredible pieces of scu...
Category
20th Century Bohemian Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Tribal Early to Mid-20th C. Offering Bowl Lid in the Shape of a Bird, Yoruba
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th century Tribal Offering bowl lid in the form of a bird, Yoruba people
This wonderful carved wood offering bowl lid is shaped like a bird, traditionally considered messenger...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Modernist Minimalist Soapstone Whimsical Red Elephant Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical soapstone red elephant beautiful piece good luck , charm nice clean condition minimalist piece a great piece for Post modern , Danish Modern Home decor.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
The Leopard and Baboon rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard & Baboon Rider Sculpture
Handcrafted Ceramic – One of a Kind
An irresistibly playful and detailed ceramic piece, this sculpture features a baboon confidently riding atop a r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
An african solid wood puzzle in the shape of a cow
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
An african solid wood puzzle in the shape of a cow, featuring a shiny polished finish. Each piece is detachable for fun and educational play. Perfect for children or as a unique deco...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$248 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Wooden Carved African Stool
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage sculptural wooden stool, made in Africa.
Mid 20th century organic modern form.
A charming decorative object for the modern interior with a fi...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Bambara Ci Wara Headdress Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved to honor the mythical being Ci Wara, a Bambara deity that’s half mortal and half animal, this wooden headdress combines the graceful head and horns of a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
1950s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$5,208 Sale Price
20% Off
Malachite Animal Collection
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A wonderful set consisting of 17 different animals made from beautiful natural malachite sourced from Congo. All animals are made by hand. The size of the different animals varies. B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
$716 Sale Price / set
50% Off
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of 20" Benin Bronze Jaguar Cubs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of Bronze Jaguar Cubs
6ʺW × 32ʺD × 20ʺH
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Brass
$2,615 Sale Price / set
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Small ceramic Wildcat Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
This small sculpture of an African serval cat captures the feline’s quiet elegance and elusive nature. Perched alertly on a sculpted log, the serval is hand-sculpted and hand-painted...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla,, Extremely well executed,, all hand carved,, remnants of original hair, bone eyes and teeth detail.
Category
1910s Folk Art Vintage Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bone, Wood
Vintage Malachite Miniature Boxes
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A set consisting of three handmade miniature boxes of malachite originating from Congo, Africa. Two boxes are hexagon and one is rectangular.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite
$537 / set
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...
Category
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
African Elephant, Tiger and Woman Rider Varnished Wood Sculpture by J. Zanetti
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century african elephant, tiger and woman rider varnished wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti
By: J. Zanetti
Material: wood
Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, varnished, polished
Dimensions: 12.5 in x 5 in x 12.5 in
Date: early 20th century, 1936
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: South Africa
This expressive early 20th century wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti depicts an elephant mid-stride, a tiger resting below, and a nude female rider in an animated pose. Carved from richly grained, varnished wood, the figures are captured in motion, the elephant's legs striding forward. Seated atop the elephant, the woman's swirling coiffure and outstretched arm convey a sense of vitality and farewell.
The energetic composition and Art Déco stylization reflect early 20th century african Modernism...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Bronze Elephant Sculpture by David Shaefer
Located in Dallas, TX
This listing features a patinated bronze sculpture of an African elephant by the artist David Schaefer. Signed 'D. Shaefer' to base, copy 306/450.
Thi...
Category
20th Century American Classical Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a striking ceramic Tiger sculpture from South Africa. Sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso, this piece measures 6 inches high, 11 inches long, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a striking ceramic Tiger sculpture from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso, this piece measures 4 inches high, 10 inches l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Buffalo Bushbaby Rider, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Ceramic Buffalo Bush Baby Rider, a remarkable piece from Zimele Ceramics, is a vivid testament to the studio's artistic vision and cultural depth. Hand-sculpted by Nokubonga and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
$687 Sale Price
44% Off
Glass Beaded Parrot Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Glass beaded parrot sculpture ambitiously crafted with glass beads and perched on a custom wood, brass, and Lucite stand.
Category
20th Century British Colonial Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Kudu Bull Sculpture - Bronze African Wildlife Antelope Sculpture
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
With its striking spiraled horns and noble bearing, the Kudu bull is one of the most elegant antelope species in Africa — a true icon of the bushveld. This bronze sculpture captures ...
Category
2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
African Gemsbok "Oryx Gazella" Antelope Shoulder Mount, 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
African Gemsbok Oryx Gazella shoulder mount. The antelope is native to the arid regions of South Africa such as the Kalahari Desert, 20th century.
Category
20th Century Sporting Art Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Fur, Wood
Love Art Ceramics Zebra urn, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Zebra Urn, a creation by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa. This piece was sculpted by Motsamai Sello and hand-painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali. It measures H.24 in. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Rhino And Monkey Rider, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Ceramic Royal Rhino with Leopard Skin and Monkey, crafted by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a striking piece from the African Circus collection. Hand-sculpted by Mpilo and h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Wiseman Ceramics, Rhino Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Rhino Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. Part of the prestigious Big...
Category
2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Discover the Ceramic Tiger Sculpture from Imvelo Natural Art, a breathtaking representation of wildlife artistry from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Pales...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
In Step - Bronze Elephant Sculpture - Limited Edition of 24
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
“In Step” is a very personal piece for me — a bronze sculpture that captures the quiet tenderness between a mother elephant and her calf. I was moved to sculpt this moment after watc...
Category
2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Kudu Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully crafted ceramic Kudu ornament, made by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a lovely tribute to one of Africa's most majestic antelopes. Though specific dimensions ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic large Lion Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Created in 2023 by Imvelo Natural Art in South Africa, this majestic lion sculpture is a powerful representation of African wildlife and craftsmanship. Sculpted by Teboho Ndlovu, the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Cheetah Stretching Ingwe FoundryS31 Bronze Sculpture Maquette 3/15 Monogram BMR
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Bronze study of a stretching cheetah.
RHS under the belly bearing Ingwe Foundry stamp, ‘S31’ or ‘S3I’, Edition 3/15, monogram BMR.
Artist unknown.
I have been unsuccessfully resarching who the artist could be.
The stretching pose of the cheetah is contemplative with a graceful, ease and content expression suggesting its attunement and hierarchy within the landscape and the animal world. Its power is conveyed with a noble quality in the pose, the sleek form and the sinewy musculature.
Beautifully handworked with rich brown patina.
Almost certainly inspired by the work of Dylan Lewis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Frog Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
This colorful ceramic frog ornament, crafted by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a lively representation of one of nature’s most adaptable creatures. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Kudu Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
This handcrafted ceramic kudu ornament, made by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a stunning tribute to the graceful kudu antelope, an animal deeply admired in African culture. Tho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pangolin Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted with meticulous care by Thabo and hand-painted by Nqobile at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Pangolin sculpture stands 4 inches high, 4 inches in length, and 3...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Lion And Cub Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Lindo at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Lion sculpture measures 5 inches high, 9 inches in length, and 9 inches wide. Designed by Wiseman, the sculpture embodies the essence of African wildlife and culture. The majestic lion and cub...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Wiseman Ceramics, Elephant Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Elephant Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Virginia. Part of the Big Five Collectio...
Category
2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger With Cub Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Discover the Ceramic Tiger Sculpture from Imvelo Natural Art, a breathtaking representation of wildlife artistry from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Pales...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Lioness Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a stunning ceramic Lioness sculpture from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Teboho and hand-painted by Virginia, this piece stands 7 inches high, 14 inches l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Wiseman Ceramics, Buffalo Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Buffalo Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the celebrated Big F...
Category
2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Egg Cup Guinea Fowl , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Guinea Fowl Egg Cup, crafted by Sbusiso and hand-painted by Sabelo at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, embodies the essence of African wildlife. Measuring 2 inches high,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Bissau-Ginean Ox Initiation Mask, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
After oxen were introduced to Guinea Bissau by Portuguese sailors in the 15th century, its strength, aggression, and nobility quickly became integrated i...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Baga a-Bamp Bird Headdress with Canoe
Located in Chicago, IL
This graceful sculpture of a long-necked bird is a headdress known as "a-Bamp," worn during ritual masquerades of Baga adolescents in Guinea. With strong themes of defiance, these ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Wiseman Ceramics, Leopard Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Leopard Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the revered Big Five Col...
Category
2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Giraffe Iron Sculpture, with Use of Tools and Other Objects C20
Located in Coimbra, PT
Giraffe by José Jerónimo single piece of art
Iron sculpture with use of tools and other objects
Signed
Measures: 81 x 41 x 15 cm.
Private collection.
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Contemporary Giraffe Iron Sculpture, with Use of Tools and Other Objects C20
Located in Coimbra, PT
Giraffe by José Jerónimo single piece of art
Iron sculpture with use of tools and other objects
Signed
Measures: 81 x 41 x 15 cm.
Private collection.
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
The Sable and Rabbit rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Sable & Rabbit Rider Sculpture
Handmade Ceramic – One of a Kind
This whimsical ceramic sculpture features a wide-eyed rabbit clutching the curled horns of a graceful sable antelope,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Black Stone Carved Rhino Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Black stone carved rhino sculpture Shona Art from Zimbabwe.
Category
1970s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Stone
1960s Kenyan Zebra Wooden Sculpture Wall Hanging Relief Whimsical Fluffy Horse
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful Mid-Century Kenyan Wall Hanging Sculpture of a Zebra. Good size and well done. Not signed.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$1,436 Sale Price
20% Off
Ceramic Egg Cup Guinea Fowl , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Guinea Fowl Egg Cup, meticulously crafted by Sbu and hand-sculpted by Saiza at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, captures the essence of African wildlife. Standing at 2 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Animal Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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