Skip to main content

West African Artifacts

Framed Riga Gound from Nigeria With Tribal Motifs
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
with the hopes of selling some artifacts from West Africa. He was in fact wearing this very Riga Gound
Category

Vintage 1980s Nigerian Folk Art Paintings and Screens

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Framed Riga Gound from Nigeria With Tribal Motifs
Framed Riga Gound from Nigeria With Tribal Motifs
$1,800
H 43.31 in W 46.07 in D 1.97 in

Recent Sales

Bronze Leopard Sculpture from Benin, West Africa
Located in New York, NY
A highly detailed cast bronze sculpture of a leopard from the Yoruba people of Benin, West Africa
Category

20th Century Beninese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

People Also Browsed

Mens Robe, Agbada, your, Nigeria, mid 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
A mid 20th C. Yoruba men's robe in rather good condition.
Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton

Mens Robe, Agbada, your, Nigeria, mid 20th C.
Mens Robe, Agbada, your, Nigeria, mid 20th C.
$1,650
H 51.58 in W 103.15 in D 0.2 in
Sculptural Teak Wood Chair, Stunning Wood Textures, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This remarkable chair is a one-of-a-kind piece, masterfully crafted from an old rice mortar repurposed into functional art. Made from solid teak wood, it showcases the deep character...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian Other Chairs

Materials

Teak

Sculptural Side Table Crafted from Mango Wood, Bleach Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural side table resembling a pile a river stones in a washed out finish. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it perfect for any space. A uniquely sc...
Category

Early 2000s Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic, Burnt Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural chair with a subtly shaped seat and back rest, providing both comfort and elegance. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it perfect for any spac...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Teak Wood Sculptural Bench, Carved Detailing, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural teak wood bench with carved detailing on its seat. This teak wood bench features a wonderful organic form with a mix of wood textures and shades. Elevated by...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak

Solid Stone Side Table / Pedestal from Java, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A incredibly heavy and solid rounded stone side table / pedestal. This lovely sculptural object was crafted from a solid stone sourced from a river bed in East Java. A raw and organi...
Category

Early 2000s Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Solid Stone Side Table / Pedestal from Java, Indonesia
Solid Stone Side Table / Pedestal from Java, Indonesia
$2,000 / item
H 18.12 in W 13 in D 16.54 in
Sculptural Side Table Crafted from Teak, Modern Organic, Burnt Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural round side table. Its neutral pigment and wood texture makes it perfect for any space. Carved from a solid trunk of teak wood, the wood textures are brought ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Sculptural Stool Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic, Burnt Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural stool with mix of wood textures and shades. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece, this chair was crafted from a single block of mango wood and has a smo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural chair resembling an egg with a perfectly shaped seat and back rest, providing both comfort and elegance. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic
Sculptural Lounge Chair Carved from Solid Suar Wood, Modern Organic
$2,400 / item
H 24.41 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Round Solid Teak Wood Sofa Table, Modern Organic, Stunning Wood Textures, Burnt
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Introducing our exquisite organic Teak wood round table, beautifully crafted with a striking burnt finish that enhances the natural beauty of the wood. This stunning piece showcases ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Teak

Antique Javanese Teak Wood Stool / Side Table with Wondeful Patina c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This versatile antique piece, handcrafted from solid teak wood in Java, Indonesia, functions beautifully as both a stool and a side table. Its compact, sturdy form is enriched by a w...
Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "West African Artifacts", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

West African Artifacts For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of west African artifacts for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct west African artifacts — often made from wood, metal and bronze — can elevate any home. West African artifacts have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. West African artifacts made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with folk art — are very popular at 1stDibs. Tafadzwa Mandala produced beautiful west African artifacts that are worth considering.

How Much are West African Artifacts?

Prices for west African artifacts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, west African artifacts begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.
Questions About West African Artifacts
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The purpose of West African statues varies from culture to culture. Often, African artisans produce statues to use in religious rituals. They may serve as offerings to gods or perform other functions during ceremonies. Shop a variety of West African statues on 1stDibs.