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Period: 19th Century
Rare 19th Century High-Backed Ethiopian Chair With Wonderful 'Dancing' Form
Located in London, GB
This amazing nineteenth-century high-backed chair, from the Gurage culture in Ethiopia, has many unusual characteristics. The solid, bowl-shaped seat of the chair is supported by thr...
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Ethiopian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

19th Century Low Reclining Ethiopian Chair
Located in London, GB
Carved from a single piece of dense, heavy wood, this nineteenth-century Gurage low-set chair from Ethiopia exhibits an unusual, rare form. Consisting of a circular double-tiered seat with an angled, reclining back-support, the chair exhibits a deep glossy surface patina, particularly on the back-support and seat as a result of use. The chair is functional, and is reasonably comfortable to sit on. ‍Estimated Period: 19th Century Ex Private Family Collection, Addis Ababa...
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Ethiopian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

An Unusually Large and Fine Tsonga ‘Antelope’ Headrest
Located in London, GB
An Unusually Large and Fine Tsonga ‘Antelope’ Headrest Wood, pigment, glass beads Zimbabwe 19th Century SIZE: 20cm high, 32cm wide - 8 ins high, 12½ ins wide PROVENANCE: Ex Private UK collection Sold through auction and purchased through Finch and Co...
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Zimbabwean Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Glass, Wood

A Rare and Exceptional Carved Headrest ‘Kali Hahapo’
Located in London, GB
A Rare and Exceptional Carved Headrest ‘Kali Hahapo’ Excellent colour and patina Wood, sennet (coconut fibre), glass beads Tonga Late 18th / Early 19th Century SIZE: 19cm high, 5...
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Tongan Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Natural Fiber, Glass, Wood, Coconut

A Very Fine and Rare Headrest ‘Kali’ or ‘Kalimasi’ / ‘Kali Toloni’
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine and Rare Headrest ‘Kali’ or ‘Kalimasi’ / ‘Kali Toloni’ Bamboo, wood, coconut ‘sennet’ fibre The ‘cross-bar’ (rest) engraved with triangular design reminiscent of ‘Tapa Cloth’ Two old paper labels, one stating African origin Superb colour and patina from age and use Tonga 18th - early 19th Century SIZE: 12.5cm high, 44cm long - 5 ins high, 17¼ ins long PROVENANCE: Tennant’s Auction Rooms, Yorkshire, July 2009, lot 314, entered privately from the grand daughter and descendant of an eccentric antiques dealer from Harrogate, who used to ride around the town in a ‘trap’ pulled by a zebra ! to the amusement of the townsfolk William Young (auctioneer, dealer, collector) died 1930’s Miss Young (grand-daughter) Ex Finch and Co...
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Tongan Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Bamboo, Natural Fiber, Wood, Coconut

Art Gallery Decoster Bamana female statue Bambara Mali African ART Malinke Marka
Located in Leuven, BE
A superb antique 19th century Bamana / Bambara female statue from Mali People : Bamana / Bambara Country : Mali Age : 19th century The anthropomorf jonyelini / jo female statue has...
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Malian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Hardwood

Wooden Pende Antropomorphic Statue Congo Region Kasaï -19th century African Art
Located in Leuven, BE
Very rare Ancient And Exceptional Anthropomorphic Statue From The Pende Tribe Country : DRCongo Kasaï Region Age : late 19th century Height : 48 cm Excellent condition / missing t...
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Congolese Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Raffia, Hardwood

Antique Rugs Blue Caucasian Kazak Rugs, Geometric Carpet Livingroom Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
Kazak rugs have primarily been produced as village productions rather than city pieces. Made from materials particular to individual tribal provinces and the rugs of the Caucasus typically display bold geometric designs in primary colours. Kazak rugs are a type of Armenian rug...
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Caucasian Kazak Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Wool

Superb Antique Yemeni Saudi Arabian Khanjar Jambiya Dagger Silver Islamic Arts
Located in London, GB
A Rare Large Antique Jambiya Dagger with highly ornate silver work with added gold gilding A superb example of a middle eastern Jambiya Height 3...
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Yemeni Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Silver, Gold Leaf

Antique Anatolian Bergama Heybe Bags, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Anatolian Turkish Bergama Heybe Bags Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 1'8" W x 4'2" L Origin: Anatolia (Turkey) Period: Late 19th Century Rug ID: 1...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Shahsevan Sumak Bagface, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Shahsevan Sumak Bagface, 19th Century Against a deep modulated indigo ground, rows of delicate flowering shrubs are elegantly drawn in the field of this Northwest Persian su...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Bakhtiari Sumak Bagface, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persia Bakhtiari Sumak Bagface, 19th Century Flat woven bags executed in various sumak techniques were crucial items for Persian and Caucasian nomads as they traveled with t...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Qashqai Bagface, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Qashqai Bagface, Late 19th Century A colorful bag face with excellent color, the design is rather common. Its attributes include clarity of color and contrasting sha...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Shahsevan Sumak Bagface, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Shahsevan Sumak Bagface, 19th Century Using a saturated and subtly modulated medium-blue ground this large Shahsevan sumak bag face draws a creative reinterpretation...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Afshar Bagface, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Bagface Bag, Late 19th Century This charming Afshar bag face uses rich saturated vegetable colors and soft glossy wool, with rows of alternating flowers and b...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Afshar Bagface, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Bagface Bag, c. 1900 This highly graphic Afshar bag face draws a large central indigo-blue hexagon against a complimentary contrasting terra cotta field. Both...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Kurdish Bagface, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Kurdish Bagface Bag, Late 19th Century Additional information: Dimension: 1'9" L x 1'4" W Origin: Northwest Persia Period: Late 19th Century Rug ID: 19592
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Baluch Bagface, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Baluch Bagface Rug, Late 19th Century Additional information: Dimension: 2'9" W x 3'0" L Origin: Persia Period: Late 19th Century Condition: Good condition with a s...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Luri Bakhtiari Flatwoven Salt Bag in Cotton, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Southwest Persian Luri Bakhtiari Flatwoven Cotton Salt Bag, c. 1900 This Luri-Bakhtiari salt bag is a graphic delight. A central cruciform element is drawn in white cotton a...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Cotton

19th Century Tribal Handwoven Rattan Backpack with Inner Pockets
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique hand-woven rattan backpack with three inner pockets and rustic character. Experience a slice of Thailand's rich cultural history with this u...
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Thai Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Rattan

Antique Persian Qashqai Bagface, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Qashqai Bagface Bag, 19th Century The drawing has remarkable clarity. An earlier generation of this design. Killer color, with deep aubergine and blue-green. Dimens...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Baluch Bagface, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Baluch Bagface Bag, Late 19th Century Additional information: Dimension: 2'6" W x 2'6" L Condition: Good, minor moth damage. Origin: Persia Period: Late 19th Centur...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Antique Persian Afshar Bagface, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Persian Afshar Bagface Bag, 19th Century The design pool of pile rugs and bags from South Persia often conform to known groups of motifs, but the patterns seen here do not. ...
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Persian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Statue Nkishi People Songye / Songe - Dr Congo African Art Late 19th century
Located in Leuven, BE
Old / Authentic And Rare Nkishi Statue Songye / Dream People - Dr Congo African Art Period: Late 19th century Height: 17 cm Very beautiful red patina...
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Congolese Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Hardwood

Gbilija Zande tribe Shield - Nzakara - Dr Congo - 19th Century - African Art
Located in Leuven, BE
Exceptional Gbilija Shield from the Zande tribe- DR CONGO Museum Quality Very rare piece in perfect condition. Exceptional piece and museum quality (see photos please) Period: 19th C...
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Congolese Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wicker

Teke Ibia Ax From The Teke Tribe, Dr Congo Brazzaville 19th Century Mfinu Laali
Located in Leuven, BE
An exceptional and very rare prestige ibia axe DR Congo/Brazzaville of the Teke /Mfinu and Laali people. Axes like these type belonged to the Teke chiefs / Kings A museum quality and...
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Congolese Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Brass, Iron

19th Century African Iron Currency Mfunte Mfumte Nigeria Cameroon
Located in Point Richmond, CA
The price is for an individual currency and includes a stand. The custom stands can display the currencies horizontally with the rounded point facing to the left or right or mounted vertically. Please specify your preference. The shape of a Mfunte currency has a seemingly simple yet complex design. The forged iron surface was scratched in an end-to-end direction to create a visually interesting surface, a central raised vein to create two sections, and swelling was incorporated on the front at the straight end. The aging of the iron has further added to the texture and attractiveness of the design. Colonial coinage replaced Africa's traditional iron currencies...
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Nigerian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Iron

Set of Three West African Manilla Currency Pieces on a Custom Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
This captivating set of three 19th century West African bronze currency manillas, elegantly displayed on a custom mount, serves as a fascinatin...
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African Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Bronze

Oman, Necklace, 19th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Stunning and rare Omani tribal necklace in gold and silver featuring eight Burgau thalers dated 1780. 19th century. Very good condition. Preserved and professionally framed. Dimensions of the necklace: 52 x 30 x 3 Dimensions of the frame: 70 x 47 x 5 Secure shipping. This fine Omani necklace of silver and gold comprises two strands of spiky, seed pod-like silver beads; gold-wrapped beads; eight silver Maria Theresa thaler coins; and a large silver and gold amulet box, with multiple chain tassels each of which finishes with a square-shaped pendant cut from sheet silver. The cigar-shaped amulet box called hirz would have contained some Koranic verse or religious text. Such a spectacular display of wealth would only have been worn at times of important festivities such as marriage celebrations. Maria Theresa thalers were made in Austria since the reign of Empress Maria Theresa of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Empress died in 1780 and since that time, all thalers that were subsequently struck were minted with that date regardless of the actual year that they were produced. The coins achieved such a level of trust for their silver content (which is 83.3% silver) in the Middle East that neither the design not the date was varied, and so for more than 200 years the coins were used as an international currency among the tribes and the states of the Middle East, in much the same way as the Spanish dollar was used as an international currency at the time elsewhere. The thalers were used to complete most important transactions locally and were also given as dowries. They were also an important source of silver and were melted locally for jewellery. The coins made their way to the ports of the Red Sea, Egypt and northern Africa from the ports of Genoa, Trieste, Livorno and Marseille. European traders used the coins to buy precious materials from the Gulf and northern Africa which it desired – commodities such as spices, coffee, gum Arabic, indigo, pearls, and tortoise shell. The importance and the beauty of the coins saw them incorporated into local jewellery most particularly in Oman and Yemen. References Al-Jadir, S., Arab & Islamic Silver, Stacey International, 1981. Harrigan, P., ‘Tales of a Thaler’, Saudi Aramco World, January/February 2003. Hawley, R., Omani Silver, Longman, 1978. Hawley, R., Silver: The Traditional Art of Oman, Stacey International, 2000. Rajab, J.S., Silver Jewellery of Oman, Tareq Rajab Museum, 1998. Ransom, M., Silver Treasures from the Land of Sheba: Regional Yemeni Jewelry...
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Omani Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Gold, Silver

Early 1800s Wrought Iron Mbili African Currenzy on Metal Stand
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mbili currency used in the Ngbaka, Lobala and Bangala tribes in Congo. Circa Early 1800s, this spear point form is made in iron. It was used as a ma...
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Congolese Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wrought Iron

Antique Hand Carved Pouring Dish, Indian, Hardwood, Serving Pot, Victorian, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique hand carved pouring dish. An Indian, hardwood serving pot, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Eye-catching tribal appeal to the naive carved fini...
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Indian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Fruitwood

Large Tibetan Chest with Hand-Painted Front
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Tibetan storage chest with traditional hand painted Dragons Tibet Wood, Iron, Paint 19th century. 27 x 59.5 x 22.5 in./ 69 x 151 x 57 Height on custom display St...
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Tibetan Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Iron

Antique Tetela Textile, DR Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Congolese Textile Tetela DR Congo 19th century Measures: 68 x 41 inches (172 x 104 cm) Provenance: Ambre-Congo gallery, Brussels $5,000. A very rare ...
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Congolese Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Natural Fiber

19th Century, Copper Crosses Called Handa, Katanga Region, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Copper crosses called Handa, Katanga region, Republic of Congo, 19th century. Cast copper in the shape of an equal-armed cross used as a form of curren...
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Congolese Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Copper

Antique Ghee Serving Jug, Indian, Tribal, Libation Cup, Candle Nozzle, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique ghee serving jug. An Indian, hardwood tribal libation cup or decorative candle nozzle, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Fascinatingly naive treen...
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Indian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Hardwood

19th Century Zanzibar Chest
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a 19th century Zanzibar storage chest. The chest was created in the mid-19th century. The teak case is adorned with cut and open work brass strapping i...
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Zanzibari Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Brass

Wooden Mortar from Southern Morocco, 19th Century
Located in Wien, AT
This unique antique mortar with pestle was probably carved out of a cedar trunk at the end of the 19th century. One of a kind surface with great patina.    
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Moroccan Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Cedar

Archaic African Mortar Made from Ironwood
Located in Vienna, AT
This very massive, exceptional mortar is hand carved from a lovely rust couloured iron wood. It was made in the 19th century on the African continent, possibly in Ghana. The bowl's s...
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Ghanaian Archaistic Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

Luba Kukudji Figure
Located in London, GB
Luba Figure Kakudji D.R. Congo Wood, fibre, beads, textile 28 cm On a professional wooden stand Provenance: - Lucas Ratton, Paris, France - Zem...
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Congolese Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood, Beads, Textile, Natural Fiber

Luba Kukudji Figure
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19th Century African Wood and Leather Chair
Located in Rochester, NY
19th century African hand carved wood chair w/ leather goatskin hide woven webbing in original as found antique condition with no restorations. ...
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Ethiopian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Leather, Hide, Goatskin, Wood

19th Century, Jewish Velvet and Goldthread Cape
Located in Brecht, BE
A rare find this 19th century green velvet and goldthread ceremonial jewish cape, from Morocco.
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Moroccan Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Velvet

19th Century Berber Scarf
Located in Brecht, BE
A very rare find this mid 19th century unique berber scarf, sublime natural dye colors.
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Moroccan Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

Naga Warrior's Ceremonial Headdress, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Man’s Ceremonial Headdress Naga people, Northeast India Probably 19th century Cane, yellow orchard fiber, dyed goat hair plume A handwritten...
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Indian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Bamboo, Natural Fiber

Teak Burl Wood Bowl from Java, Indonesia, Late 19th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A teak burl wood bowl crafted on the island of Java, Indonesia. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of burl wood and maintains an organic shape and natural texture. It has aged ...
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Indonesian Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Teak

African Tribal Art Fine Shona Neck Rest Head Rest
Located in London, GB
A fine shona head rest neck rest Raised on a single central pillar finely carved with geometric designs Shona Zimbabwe Measures: Height 5 inches, width 6...
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Zimbabwean Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Art Antique Zulu Nguni Pipe Group South Africa
Located in London, GB
Zulu /  Nguni Pipe Group South Africa Carved wood with metal liners, one rare very large sized pipe Lengths 14, 8, 7 inches  36, 20, 17.5 cm Period Late 19th early 20th century.
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South African Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

African Akan Terracotta Commemorative Memorial Portrait Head Ghana Tribal Art
Located in London, GB
West African Akan Terracotta Commemorative memorial portrait Head Ghana Terracotta with red slip 8 1/2 x 7 inches, 21.5 x 18 cm, Period 19th century or earlier. Provence : jean Dave...
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Ghanaian Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Terracotta

Teak Burl Wood Bowl from Java, Indonesia, Late 19th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A teak burl wood bowl crafted on the island of Java, Indonesia. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of burl wood and maintains an organic shape and natural texture. It has aged ...
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Indonesian Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Teak

Bas Congo Sword, Private collection of Bruno Conti 'Brussels'
Located in Leuven , BE
Bas Congo Sword / Scepter 19th C. Collection Bruno Conti (Bruno Conti, Brussels, 1974-2003).
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Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Metal

Lombok Tribal Tray / Bowl 'Dulang' / Small Table
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This is a large 'Dulang' from Lombok. Dulangs amid Indonesia serve a number of purposes depending on the region they originate from. In Lombok 'Dulang' Tray were used as small tables...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

Teak Burl Wood Bowl from Java, Indonesia, Late 19th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A teak burl wood bowl crafted on the island of Java, Indonesia. The bowl was cut from a much larger slab of burl wood and maintains an organic shape and natural texture. It has aged ...
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Indonesian Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Teak

African Bug Bead Necklace, Old Hand-Cast Metal Beads
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Fulani, Nigeria Hand-cast brass beads on a hand-woven cord 19th century Measures: 17 in. / 43 cm 8 oz. / 227 g.
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Nigerian Tribal Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Bronze

19th Century Balinese Offering Tray / Bowl 'Dulang' with Floral Motif
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th century "Dulang" features a f...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

Lombok Tribal Tray / Bowl 'Dulang' / Small Table
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This is an exceptionally large 'Dulang' from Lombok. Dulangs amid Indonesia serve a number of purposes depending on the region they originate from. In Lombok 'Dulang' Tray were used ...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

Horse Turkoman Saddle Rug with a Good Price
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 1034 - This horse saddle is rare because Turkoman nomads prepare this type of saddle only for their internal use, not for export. Besides its workmanship is very accurate: may be...
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Turkmen Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wool

19th Century Balinese Offering Tray / Bowl 'Dulang'
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th ...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Offering Tray / Bowl 'Dulang' with Bali Hindu Motifs
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th century "Dulang" features a m...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

19th Century Balinese Offering Tray / Bowl 'Dulang'
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Balinese offering tray; these trays known as "Dulangs" were used to carry offerings atop Balinese women’s heads during ceremonial processions. This 19th ...
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Balinese Other Antique 19th Century Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

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