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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
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 f...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Late 19th Century Hand-Carved ritual 'Thun Rwa' Horn with Gold Inlay
Located in Chicago, IL
Late 19th century hand-carved 'Thun Rwa' horn was used commonly by the Ngakpa (lay Lamas) of Tibet. Used as a healing tool with medicinal/herbal powders, the tribe "Medicine Man" wou...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Gold
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
Wooden Baoule Maternity Figure, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Interesting maternity figure in a hieratic pose presenting a young adolescent. Beautiful facial expression, showing wisdom and knowledge. She is sitti...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Copper 'Mbole' Currency
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century copper 'Mbole' currency on square stand.
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Incised Copper Currency Anklet
Located in Chicago, IL
Time-honored texture and form define this Nigerian copper sculptural object. The intricate geometry was achieved through a process known as scarification. The artisan would meticulou...
Category
Mid-19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Copper, Steel
Very Important “Nwantantay” African Dance Mask
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Very important “Nwantamtay” dance African mask, consisting of three sections: The upper in plain rectangular shape surmounted by a crescent shape moon, the middle with beautiful geometric triangles in black bitumen and white kaolin, surrounding a red cruciform in the centre of remarkable contrasting colors, and the lower part or face inscribed in a circular space that inspired numbered great artists like Joan Miro, Picasso and Henry Moore of a very strongly solar symbolism, with a projecting protuberance emanating from the forehead like a sculpted bird beak, that descents toward the mouth. Concentric eyes harmonize with the circular mouth, both with of elegant proportions. The whole mask exudes a supreme harmony and perfect balance rarely seen in this pieces. The back-side presents nice ware that attested the ancient origin and traces of animistic ceremonies as the use of animal blood residues. The painting of brown bitumen or cola, the natural colorants in red and ocher tones and the white kaolin are original and do not show any repainted or restored areas, giving a freshness rarely seen in old pieces. This exceptional mask Bwa, of the Hound`e Region in Burkina-Fasso, was used it the transit ceremonies and funerals manifesting the presence of “Do”, name given to their God sons, protectors and powerful spirits. The round face also represents an owl, the curving beak of the bird plants a seed into the sun, like a female sexual vulva being fecundated by the male organ; the eternal symbol of Ying and Yang, masculine and feminine, and the quest of life and death. This mask of Primitive facture can be compared to the one in the celebrated Verite Collection (this one being larger) sold in Paris at the Hotel Drouot, Saturday June 17, Lot 59, for 80,000 Euros and remarkably stands out from the Pierre and Tannia Matisse sold in Sotheby’s, New York in May 13, 2011. Another similar piece was published in: “Arman et l’art africain...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Metal
Ashanti Mother and Child Maternity Figure Carved by Osei Bonsu, Ghana
By Osei Bonsu
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Ashanti maternity figure by the master carver Osei Bonsu. The mother figure is seated on a simple backless chair. An infant lays calmly in her la...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Dance Head Ornament Representing an Antelope Head, Burkina Faso, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...
Category
Mid-20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Set of 9 Ethiopian Pilgrim Walking Sticks
Located in Pasadena, CA
Ethiopian pilgrim staffs, each showing a well worn patina and mounted on a custom black steel base. Painted hardwood, each mounted on a custom black steel base, excellent antique condition. Create an instant collection or large installation...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
David Bangura Stone Sculpture on Pedestal
By David Bangura
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Stunning stone sculpture by African artist David Bangura.
It has been mounted on a white pedestal.
David Bangura was born in 1955 in...
Category
1990s Organic Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
Sleep Guardian or Kata Sergo Ethiopia TOTEM 1 in Solid Natural Cedar Wood
Located in Paris, FR
TOTEM 1 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic
Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges
are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace
to the top h...
Category
19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Black Stone Carved Rhino Sculpture
Located in Montreal, QC
Black stone carved rhino sculpture Shona Art from Zimbabwe.
Category
1970s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Carved Rose Quartz Flame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rose quartz polished and carved into a flame. With illuminating base.
Category
Late 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Rose Quartz
West African Stone Shrine Figure Sculpture, Great Patina and Texture
Located in New York, NY
A West African stone shrine figure with great, colorful patina. This stone sculpture has incredible presence and looks great from every angle.
BH536.
Category
Late 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Yoruba Osanyin 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 Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Pair of Monumental African Ebonized Figures
Located in New York, NY
Pair of monumental African ebonized carved tribal figures of man and wife with child and drum standing on a round base (19/20th Cent)(from the World M...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Painted African Pende Altar Figure, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Pende diviners interpreted messages from the spirit realm to determine which of their ancestors would provide aid in return for sacrifices. This figure would have been carved for the recipient of such favors. The down-turned gaze and gently placed hands offer a feeling of security and companionship, representing benevolent intentions towards the gift giver...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Sculptures
Early 20th Century Copper 'Mbole' Currency
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century copper 'Mbole' currency on square base.
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Baga Mandor Shrine a-Tshol
Located in Chicago, IL
When this powerful figure is engaged at Baga ceremonies, it directs the movements of the dancer handling it. Held in one’s hands or worn on the head, the figure becomes one with the ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Collection of Dagari Spirit Figures From Burkina Faso
Located in Hudson, NY
This impressive collection of four carved wood figures are from the landlocked African country of Burkina Faso. This nation bordered by 6 other countries ...
Category
1930s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
At Manteto Ceramic Wall Mask
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceramic mask, Baku Ghana.
Signed:AT Manteto,Baku 1974.
Measures: Height 32 cm.
Width 17 cm.
Depth 8 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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
Senufo Crocodile Headdress, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Large openwork crest mounted upon a woven basketry cap. The large, square decorative panel bears a central reptilian or stylized crocodile depiction with alternating squared painted ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
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
Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar
Located in Studio City, CA
This is a wonderful 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...
Category
20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Abstract Stone Sculpture by African Artist Joseph Chingangaidze
By Joseph Chingangaidze
Located in San Diego, CA
Signed stone sculpture by African artist Joseph Chingangaidze, polished green stone, signed at the bottom.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Nok Terracotta Standing Dignitary Figure, TL Tested, Nigeria Africa 500-100 BC
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Nok Terracotta Standing Dignitary Figure in Royal Pose. I-II Century AD. Certificate of Authenticity with TL Test and Passport from Europe. Museum Piece...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Terracotta
Rare Child Size Ceremonial Kanaga Masks, Dogon Peoples
By Dogon Tribe Mali
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...
Category
1930s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Paint, Wood
Late 19th Century Bronze Torque Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century bronze torque necklace on stand.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
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
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 Sculptures
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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
Wandala Shield from Chad
Located in Stamford, CT
Wandalà shield, from Cameroon/Chad. Made with cowhide and natural pigments.
For a similar example see- Benitez-Johannot, Purissima and Jean Paul Barbier, Shields: Africa, Southea...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Cowhide
African Bronze Sculpture, with Characters Playing a Game
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
African bronze and wood sculpture, with characters playing a game.
Category
20th Century Colonial Revival Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Fulani Currency
Located in Dallas, TX
Nigerian currency crafted by the Fulani tribe. Outlawed in the 19th century by Colonel Phelps. The unusual forms and sizes of ethnographic currencies...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage African Tribal Mask
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage African tribal mask from the ivory coast now mounted on museum stand. Provenance available.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Sleep Guardian or Kata Sergo Ethiopian TOTEM 2 in Solid Natural Cedar Wood
Located in Paris, FR
TOTEM 2 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic
Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges
are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace
to the top h...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Early 19th Century Nigerian Iron Shield/Currency
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 19th century Nigerian Shield/Currency. Actual currency from Nigeria used to buy livestock, businesses and homes. Beautifully mounted to display the Shape and scale of the piec...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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.
Category
19th Century Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Stone Sculptue by R.Mteki
By R. Mteki
Located in Water Mill, NY
Stylized sculpture by R.Mteki.
Category
20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Ardmore Ceramic Giraffe Stand, hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Ardmore Giraffe Stand, a whimsical creation hand-crafted by Mpilo Chiliza and painted by Riyah Shabalala. Standing 2 inches tall with a length and width of 3 inches, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Classic Danced Deep Red-Black Baule mask, Ivory Coast, Africa, mid 20th century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Classic danced deep red-black Baule mask, with raised three part finely incised hair, small facial scarifications on the forehead. From Ivory Coast, Africa, mid 20th century
It is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Elephant bird egg
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Elephant bird egg from Madagascar.
The largest egg ever from a living creature; it is from the extinct elephant bird. Assembled from the shards of se...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Eggshell
Exceptional Coco de Mer from the Seychelles
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful Coco de Mer, Coco de Fesses or Coco D'Amour
from the Seychelles Islands in particular from Isle Pralin,
this iconic nut has a great warm color and shine, it has its symmetr...
Category
1930s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Coconut
Wiseman Ceramics, Elephant Vase
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the extraordinary Elephant Vase designed by Wiseman Ndlovu, a vibrant celebration of African wildlife and artistry. Standing at an impressiv...
Category
2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern "Parents and Child" Marble Stone Sculpture, Kenya
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a heart-warming abstract sculpture depicting parents with a child in embrace. Hand-carved in solid marble by a Kenyan artisan this exquisite, petite sculpture is the perf...
Category
1970s Folk Art Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Marble
African Mounted Copper Manilla Bracelet Currency Nigeria
Located in Stamford, CT
Hand forged and crafted copper 'Manilla' currency from the Igbo people of Nigeria. With a lovely, rich patina. The four sides tapering to lozenge shaped ends, with notched ridges. This currency bracelets, now mounted on a black steel base, is a wonderful piece of sculpture. Hand forged, hammered and crafted, this is an abstract work of art with meaning...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Nupe Spiral Support Post
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved with an abstract design, this tall wooden post is an architectural support beam attributed to the Nupe people of central Nigeria. Like much of Nupe art, support posts...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Nupe Spiral Support Post
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-carved with an abstract design, this tall wooden post is an architectural support beam attributed to the Nupe people of central Nigeria. Like much of Nupe art, support posts...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Azurite on Custom Made Metal Base
Located in BAARN, UT
Azurite is a copper carbonate, usually found in combination with other copper minerals such as its much better known green brother malachite.
The mineral is full blue in color and is virtually opaque with a silky sheen.
Azurite usually forms in oxidation zones of copper deposits, where secondary to malachite other minerals such as chrysocolla and naturally solid copper can...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Other
African Vintage Wood Statue of Couple from Celebrity William Holden Estate
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This statue was part of a collection that belonged to the late actor William Holden. He purchased all this African art for his beautiful estate in Palm Springs California. This piece...
Category
1920s Primitive Vintage Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Ammonite from Madagascar
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Ammonite from Madagascar,
mounted in metal stand,
exceptional dimensions and great patina and different pallet of colors,
total height 65 cm.
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Sandstone
Carved Stone Shona Sculpture, "Mother and Child"
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully carved stone Shona sculpture from Zimbabwe depicting a mother tenderly cradling her child. A simple and moving piece by the artist Tmuk. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Stone
Yoruba Osanyin 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 Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Yoruba Osanyin 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 Tribal Sub-Saharan African Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
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