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Style: Tribal
Large Hand Carved Singa Singa Tribal Carving from the Batak People, Sumatra
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large antique hand carved tribal sculpture from the Batak People, northern Sumatra, called a Singa Singa. Behold the striking allure of this large antique hand-carved Singa Singa, ...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Mid-Century Baoule Tribal Mask in Yellow-Black with Antelope Head Decoration
Located in Salzburg, AT
Expressive, interesting African Baoulé mask from Cote d'Ivoire from last third of the last century, carved from wood painted polychrome. The face is narrow & elegant and has a though...
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1970s Ivorian Vintage Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

African Sculpture of a Figure Standing on a Leopard
Located in Queens, NY
Wooden African sculpture of a human figure standing on the back of a leopard.  
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20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Carved Wooden Bamana Tribe Style Post
Located in Chicago, IL
Bamana tribe art is known for masks, textiles and architectural elements. This Y-shaped post supported a heavy roof timber and acted as a welcoming symbol...
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20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

Tall African Ibibio Head Mask with Polychrome Nigeria Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall Ibibio wood mask from Nigeria, Africa, circa 20th century. The head mask was carved in with a frontal face with pierced eyes and a gapping mouth. On his head, a stylized hat ...
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20th Century Nigerian Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Rattan, Wood

Indonesian Majapahit Terracotta Head of a Male, circa 14th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A charming head of a young male, Majapahit Empire, region of Trowulan, Eastern Java, Indonesia, 13th-14th century. The head well sculpted as a smiling, youthful male with buck teet...
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15th Century and Earlier Javanese Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Terracotta

Antique African Wooden Head Rest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single piece of wood by the Dinka trib...
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Early 1900s African Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures
Located in Miami, FL
Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures Offered for sale is a pair of carved wood and painted Caribbean sculptures of elongated women. These 20th-century carvings show the Afro-Car...
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Late 20th Century Caribbean Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures
Caribbean Carved Wood Painted Sculptures
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Andrianna Shamaris Rare Ancient Wood Torso
Located in New York, NY
This impressive century year old rose wood with incredible patina and character has been hand carved whilst respecting the natural organic shape. Set on a minimalist black steel base...
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2010s Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Steel

"Embrace" Luba Headrest Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
The Luba people of Zaire believed that ancestors visited them through dreams. This belief led to elaborately worked headrests, known as "seats of dreams." Such headrests were used to...
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Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Namji Fertility Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
Doted on like an actual child, this carved doll was once owned by a young girl among the Namji people of northwest Cameroon. Carted around by its owner wherever she went and lovingly...
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Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Antique African Head Rest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single block of wood by the Dinka tribe....
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Early 1900s African Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Very Unusual Large Nut Shell with Tribal Elephant Carving
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A rare and unusually large nut shell, skillfully etched with elephant figures and objects. Despite extensive research, we have limited information on the origin and age of this piece. The etched detail suggests African origin...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

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Nutwood

Carved-Stone Hear No Evil Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tribal Carved-Stone ‘Hear No Evil’ Sculpture. Republic of Congo, circa late 19th Century.
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Late 19th Century Congolese Antique Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Rare Child Size Ceremonial Kanaga Masks, Dogon Peoples
Located in Buffalo, NY
Kananga masks form geometric patterns. These masks represent the first human beings and are normally made by carvers of the Awa society. The masks are worn during the Dama dancing ce...
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1930s Malian Vintage Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Paint, Wood

Mid 20th Century Vintage Bronze Tribal Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chic bronze Brutalist tribal sculpture. A depiction of a tribal king. Rough hewn and signs of the hand work. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate
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Mid-20th Century American Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Tribal figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Tribal figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage figurative sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal figurative sculptures made in a specific country, there are Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original figurative sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Andrianna Shamaris, Benin People, Asmaa Aman-Tran, and Baule Tribe. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for figurative sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $149 and tops out at $274,500 while the average work can sell for $1,500.

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