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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ethnic Design-Authentic Female Fertility figure “Yanda", Zande People, DRC.
Located in Leuven , BE
Female Fertility figure “Yanda", Zande People, DRC, Old collection n° 394 Baudouin de Grunne .
This highly abstract fertility bust, characterized by a prominent belly, is sculpted fr...
Category
19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Natural Green Fluorite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking large natural fluorite specimen sourced from an ex historic UK private collection.
This fluorite specimen is of an impressive scale in a desirable tonal green, making it ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Natural Fiber
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 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 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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics, a small group of talented artisans in South Africa, is a delightful example of their craftsmanship. Measuring 4 inches in height...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic pumpkin sculpture is handcrafted in South Africa at Love Art Ceramics, a studio known for creating beautiful, unique pieces. For this season, they've focused on crafting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This handmade ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics in South Africa is a beautiful work of art crafted by a talented group of artists. Measuring 4 inches in height and 4 inches in w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Art Ceramics, a talented group of African artists, has created this lovely pumpkin, rich in detail and vibrant colors of green and white. Finished with a glossy glaze, it serves...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning ceramic pumpkin box, crafted by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, showcases the talents of two skilled artists, whose names and the year of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin Tureen , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Art Ceramics is a talented group of African artists who create lovely, one-of-a-kind pieces, with everything done by hand from start to finish. This time, they’ve crafted a uniq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This unique ceramic pumpkin not only showcases the artistry of Love Art Ceramics but also features the names of the two talented artists who crafted it, along with the year of creat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African 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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Embosed Metal Kirdi Shield from Cameroon on Bronze Stand
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare repuse shield with natural fiber wraped handle from the Kirdi tribe Cameroon. Now on a patinated Bronze Stand.
For a similar example please see- Benitez-Johannot, Purissim...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta object was part of the Bura tribe's burial ritual. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Miniature Baule Chair
By Baule Tribe
Located in Chicago, IL
Noted for its individualistic, egalitarian, and progressive society, the Baule of Cote D'Ivoire were master craftspeople. This chair features their characteristically well polished w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$624 Sale Price
57% Off
Tribal iron currency sculpture
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A fine example of a early 20th century iron currency from the Afo tribe in Nigeria. Also called a hoe currency the abstract shape refers to the blade of a hoe as to symbolise the con...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Ceramic Lioness Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a captivating ceramic Lioness sculpture, meticulously hand-sculpted by Teboho and hand-painted by Virginia at Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. Measuring 6 inches high, 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African 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 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 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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Carved Wood Cone from Ethiopia, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A single piece of solid mango wood, hand carved into a standing cone, circa 1960. Use it as door stoppers, or in a group for an eye-catching accent in any rustic or eclectic decor, i...
Category
1960s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$200 Sale Price
50% Off
Three heads Fang reliquary, 20th c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fang reliquary with three heads, eyes inlaid with bone pellets and copper nails. Equatorial Guinea, XXth c.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Trio of Carved Stone Water Bearing Women
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of three stone carved women each bearing a water vessel in their arms. This art form from Zimbabwe became popular decor in the late 1950s but was producded for decades preceding ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
$1,800 / set
Beaded Ndebele Fertility Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire.
This colorful example of African beadwork is a fertility doll...
Category
20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Cotton, Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Prestige and Tradition: The Mounted Ashetu Hat of the Bamum and Bamileke People
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with spiked braids, this prestigious custom mounted Ashetu hat embodies the cultural significance of the Bamum and Bamileke people of Cameroon, Central Africa, who revered th...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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 Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terracotta form would have been a critical component of burial rituals of the Bura people of Niger. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
"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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
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 Sculptures
Materials
Wood
African Nupe Terracotta Vessel Support, c. 1900
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 elegant, cylindrical vessel support, received detailed attention. This flaring terra cotta form would have been buried halfway in the ground, in a Nupe home, and used as a stable base for a stack of traditional round pots...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...
Category
Early 20th Century Minimalist Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Natural White Aragonite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive natural white aragonite specimen sourced from an ex historic UK private collection.
Originating from Madagascar, Aragonite, or cave calcite, is often referred to as ca...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Natural Fiber
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 Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Ethnic Design-Bridal Iron Hoe Currency, Afo Peoples Nigeria
Located in Leuven , BE
Used as forms of currency, they could also serve as a musical or ritual object. Displayed on a custom mount.
Category
19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Ethnic Design-Ceremonial Double Gong with Beaded Handle;
Located in Leuven , BE
This Double Gong bell originating from the Bamileke communities in Cameroon is a functional instrument played with wooden sticks.
Category
19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Dogon Mali Carved Wood Ceremonial Mask, Early to Mid 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Dogon Mali dance mask with carved figure from the early to mid 20th century. This Dogon tribal wooden ceremonial dance mask originates from Mali, West Afr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Ethnic Design-Terraccotta Jug in the shape of a male, Tshokwe People, DRC.
Located in Leuven , BE
This vessel is a striking example of anthropomorphic design, clearly incorporating human characteristics into its form. The upper section features a finely detailed human face, compl...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Ethnic Design-Double Iron Bell with leftover of colourfull design;
Located in Leuven , BE
The Double Gong bell originating from the Bamileke communities in Cameroon is a functional instrument played with wooden sticks.
Category
19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Authentic Nigerian Igbo Mask
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Experience the beauty and authenticity of a 19th Century Nigerian Igbo Mask, a true cultural treasure. This stunning piece features intricate carvings and striking facial features th...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Paint
Blue labradorite with wooden base
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Coming from madagascar, this aesthetic specimen of semi-precious gemstone called labradorite has the perfect weight and dimensions to decorate a bookshelf or a desk. It weighs 1900 g...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Precious Stone
Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (50 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This unique Madagascan Blue Celestite Cluster exhibits large, gem crystals of remarkable quality, featuring prism faces and sharp chisel-terminations - surpassing the average blue-gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Other
$4,125 Sale Price
25% Off
Mother and Child , Cameroon, Mabea, 1920-1930, Provenance R. Caillois-P.Ratton
Located in Leuven , BE
Standing Fang Mabea Maternity of Museum quality, holding a pestle with both her hands. The mother's head is slightly turned to the left, while the child, which she carries on her bac...
Category
1920s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Wood
Western Mongo Shield from the Democratic Republic of Congo on Bronze Stand
Located in Stamford, CT
A Western Mongo tribal shield (Democratic Republic of the Congo) Carved hardwood with white pigement decoration. Now mounted on a patinated bronze Stand.
A similar example can be...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Crystal, Other
$1,050 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-20th Century Toguna Female Anthropomo Post from Mali
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early to mid-20th century Toguna support post from the Dogon Tribe of Mali, on custom metal stand. This West African hand carved wooden bean was origin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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.
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Afo Bridal-Currency from Nigeria
Located in Stamford, CT
The Afo Bridal Currency was used in Nigeria until the early 1940s. This is also known as a "Chenkrom." Now mounted on a bronze stand.
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Large Natural Skeletal Raw Malachite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural skeletal raw malachite specimen originating from Morocco. This unique specimen has a striking form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years.
It showca...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Natural Fiber
Ethnic Design-Ceremonial Monkey Figure on Snailshell, German Coll., Bulu People
Located in Leuven , BE
The eye-catcher of this bell jar is the centrally placed blue bird with spread wings. It is an Indian Roller that occurs mainly in West Africa and the Indian subcontinent.
Provenanc...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Organic Material, Terracotta
Ethno Design very Decorative Ancient Red Stone Village Millstone
Located in Leuven , BE
This very ancient village millstone has a lovely patina and decorative presence.
Category
20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Natural Native Quartz Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A natural quartz crystal specimen originating from Madagascar, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases.
Known for being one of the most abundant and versatile g...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Natural Fiber
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