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What are carved wood figures in African art?
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Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.
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Wood carved Man Holding Warthog, hand carved made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing our meticulously handcrafted woodcarved figurine, "Man Holding Warthog." This stunning piece captures a powerful moment in African tribal life, showcasing a hunter proudl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South African Rustic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Hardwood
Mayemba Bronze African Women Sculpture, Congo, 2002
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bronze sculpture by Mayemba (1946-), Congo, 2002. Two African women with trays. Bronze sculpture on a wooden base (palmwood?). Measures: height : 15.75"(33cm), width : 6.9"(16cm), de...
Category
Early 2000s Congolese Post-Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Exquisite Petrified Wood from Africa: A Timeless Masterpiece
Located in London, GB
This remarkable piece of petrified wood from Africa is a stunning testament to nature's ability to transform organic material into enduring stone. The intricate patterns and rich ear...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Malagasy Natural Specimens
Materials
Crystal, Quartz
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 Nigerian Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wicker, Wood, Paint
Tutsi Beaded Prestige Staffs
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A group of six beaded wood Tutsi and Hutu ceremonial objects, the green striped one second from right is a knife, the others were used as staffs by elite members of the Tutsi and Hu...
Category
Early 20th Century Rwandan Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Cotton, Glass, Beads, Wood
$3,500 / set
Antique Moroccan Carved Polychrome Painted Wooden Camel Figure Sculpture
Located in Forney, TX
A superbly carved camel statue, early 20th century, Morocco, exceptionally executed, the North African Art Deco Orientalist figural carving features fine detailing throughout, hand c...
Category
Early 20th Century Moroccan Art Deco Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
