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African Harvest Currency, Nigerian
African Harvest Currency, Nigerian

African Harvest Currency, Nigerian

Located in Dallas, TX

This 19th century harvest African currency is from the Ibo tribe in Nigeria. It looks something like an animal and reminds of a crocodile. One of the end sections is slatted so as to...

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Antique 19th Century Nigerian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Nigeria African Tribal Art
Rare Pair Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Nigeria African Tribal Art

Rare Pair Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Nigeria African Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

A rare small pair of Ibeji figures from Oshogbo region Nigeria A diminutive male and female pair with brown patination Fine carvings from early 20th century Provenance: uk C...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Large Yoruba Ritual Shrine figure Abeokuta Nigeria African Tribal Art
Large Yoruba Ritual Shrine figure Abeokuta Nigeria African Tribal Art

Large Yoruba Ritual Shrine figure Abeokuta Nigeria African Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

Large Yoruba Ritual Shrine figure Abeokuta Nigeria African Tribal Art A rare exceptionally large male Cup bearer ritual shrine figure standing upright holding a cup in front carv...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Nigeria Epa Helmit Mask with Provenance
African Nigeria Epa Helmit Mask with Provenance

African Nigeria Epa Helmit Mask with Provenance

Located in Atlanta, GA

Yoruba Epa headdress or helmet mask is from Nigeria. For pieces with a similar style, see p103 Art of the Senses African masterpieces from the Teel Collection by MFA.

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Vintage 1950s Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Igbuke Workshop Oyo Nigeria African Tribal Art
Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Igbuke Workshop Oyo Nigeria African Tribal Art

Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures – Igbuke Workshop Oyo Nigeria African Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

African tribal art. Fine old male and female pair of Yoruba Ibeji Figures from the Igbuke carving workshop in Oyo.

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

African Nigerian Large Igbo Wood Carved Folk Art Maiden Spirit Mask Sculpture
African Nigerian Large Igbo Wood Carved Folk Art Maiden Spirit Mask Sculpture

African Nigerian Large Igbo Wood Carved Folk Art Maiden Spirit Mask Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

Would be a great addition to any African art/artifacts of cultural mask collection or make for an eye catching stand alone accent piece in about any setting.

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20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Masks

Materials

Wood, Paint

Nocturnal Bird Mask, Nigeria, Africa, circa 1950
Nocturnal Bird Mask, Nigeria, Africa, circa 1950

Nocturnal Bird Mask, Nigeria, Africa, circa 1950

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Very beautiful mask with large pronounced eyes with the circular cavity shape. The mask depicts a nocturnal bird that can see in the darkness and manifest the presence of divinities ...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Masks

Materials

Wood

Matching Pair of Female Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art
Matching Pair of Female Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art

Matching Pair of Female Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Matching rare pair of female twin figures "Ibeji" from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Africa, created in the early 20th century. remains of Reckitts blue (laundry bleach) bluing in h...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Matching Pair of Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art beads
Matching Pair of Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art beads

Matching Pair of Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Tribal Art beads

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Matching rare pair of stocky male twin figures "Ibeji" from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Africa, created in the early 20th century. Dressed with matching glass bead necklace and bra...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Divination Tapper with Kneeling Female Figure, Nigeria, Africa
Yoruba Divination Tapper with Kneeling Female Figure, Nigeria, Africa

Yoruba Divination Tapper with Kneeling Female Figure, Nigeria, Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba Divination Tapper with Kneeling Female Figure, Nigeria, Africa Carved wood tappers such as this were used by diviners among the Yoruba along with divination tray, such as my ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

19th Century African Iron Currency Mfunte Mfumte Nigeria Cameroon
19th Century African Iron Currency Mfunte Mfumte Nigeria Cameroon

19th Century African Iron Currency Mfunte Mfumte Nigeria Cameroon

Located in Point Richmond, CA

The price is for an individual currency and includes the custom made stand. The shape of a Mfunte currency has a seemingly simple yet complex design. The forged iron surface was scr...

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Antique Late 19th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

Early Ibibio Standing Wood Male Shrine Figure, powerful, Nigeria, Africa
Early Ibibio Standing Wood Male Shrine Figure, powerful, Nigeria, Africa

Early Ibibio Standing Wood Male Shrine Figure, powerful, Nigeria, Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early Ibibio standing carved wood male figure, powerful expression with hands on sides of stomach, exposed teeth and vertical raised scarification marks on sides of face. From a shr...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Nigeria 20th-Century Hand Carved Eket Round Mask
African Nigeria 20th-Century Hand Carved Eket Round Mask

African Nigeria 20th-Century Hand Carved Eket Round Mask

Located in Queens, NY

African Nigeria 20th-Century hand carved Eket rounded mask with chiseled lines Good, with patina including scattered spots of rubbing, nicks and scratches

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20th Century African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Cubist Strong
Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Cubist Strong

Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Cubist Strong

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba old female figure, strong cubist form Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina. Strong face with projecting eyes, domed hat or hair style. Areas of damag...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Tall  Sandals
Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Tall  Sandals

Yoruba Female Figure, Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Tall Sandals

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba weathered and worn old female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina. Strong face with open eyes, domed hat or hair style with carved decora...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba female figure, rare example dressed in old cowrie covered cloak. an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved with very piercing eyes, and great detailed hat.. A fine...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria
Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria

Antique Polychrome African Wood Carving from Igbo Nigeria

Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL

Antique Polychrome Wood Carving Igbo Nigeria Africa, Staff decorated with two figures, mounted as a finial on the shaft terminating in a triangular-shaped polychrome element Nigeria,...

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1910s Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa
Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa

Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A matched pair of Ogboni figures with finely modeled heads and abstracted bodies, with iron post at bottom of each. Each face with "x" scarification mark between eyes and elaborate ...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Geometric form
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Geometric form

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Geometric form

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba weathered and worn old female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina. Strong cubist face with horizontal scarification marks.. A finely car...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered Base
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered Base

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered Base

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba weathered and worn old female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina. Strong face with coffee bean eyes. A finely carved Yoruba female Ibej...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Conical Hat
Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Conical Hat

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Conical Hat

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba male figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina, traces of Reckett's blue in conical hat. Great ears! A finely carved Yoruba male Ibeji figure...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Black Encrusted
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Black Encrusted

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Black Encrusted

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba weathered and worn old female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy very dark/black encrusted patina. Strong face with horizontal scarification ma...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Matching Pair of Male Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Crested Hair
Matching Pair of Male Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Crested Hair

Matching Pair of Male Yoruba Twin Figures Ibeji Nigeria African Crested Hair

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Matching rare pair of male twin figures "Ibeji" from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Africa, created in the early 20th century. remains of Reckitts blue (laundry bleach) bluing in hai...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered, Beads
Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered, Beads

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Weathered, Beads

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba weathered and eroded old male figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina and use. Strong face with projecting eyes. A finely carved Yoruba male...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Yoruba, Nigeria Rider Figure Offering Bowl Early 20th Century
African Tribal Yoruba, Nigeria Rider Figure Offering Bowl Early 20th Century

African Tribal Yoruba, Nigeria Rider Figure Offering Bowl Early 20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wool

Early 20th C African Ethnographic Trio of Nigerian Yoruba Coats Cowrie Shells
Early 20th C African Ethnographic Trio of Nigerian Yoruba Coats Cowrie Shells

Early 20th C African Ethnographic Trio of Nigerian Yoruba Coats Cowrie Shells

Located in Lowestoft, GB

A great trio of Yoruba coats, all with a honest patina. Constructed in canvas, cloth, and leather with applied cowrie shells. Age related wear, discolouration, with a handful of mis...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Leather, Canvas, Cotton, Natural Fiber

19th Century African Afo Tribal Iron Currency Sculpture Nigeria on Metal Stand
19th Century African Afo Tribal Iron Currency Sculpture Nigeria on Metal Stand

19th Century African Afo Tribal Iron Currency Sculpture Nigeria on Metal Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful, museum quality display stand of a late 19th century Hoe or Shovel currency. Four available for individual purchase.

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Antique 19th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Metal

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Fierce  with Teeth
Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Fierce  with Teeth

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Fierce with Teeth

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba fierce male figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved heavy patina. Strong face with caved open mouth with large teeth. A finely carved Yoruba male Ibeji f...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

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Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, High Hair Bluing
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, High Hair Bluing

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, High Hair Bluing

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved with heavy patina, traces of Reckett's blue in hair. Great ears! A finely carved Yoruba female Ibeji figu...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Wooden Female Igbo Agbogo Tribal Mask Brown-Red-Beige Nigeria 1970s
African Wooden Female Igbo Agbogo Tribal Mask Brown-Red-Beige Nigeria 1970s

African Wooden Female Igbo Agbogo Tribal Mask Brown-Red-Beige Nigeria 1970s

Located in Salzburg, AT

Tribal African Igbo Agbogo mwo mask This African Igbo mask, known as a "young girl", is decorated with a tangle of thick braids and fulfils the most important traditional aesthetic...

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Vintage 1970s Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood, Paint

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Worn Loved Face
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Worn Loved Face

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa, Worn Loved Face

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba female figure, an Ibeji or twin figure, Nigeria, Africa, well loved with very worn face, large eyes. A finely carved Yoruba female Ibeji figure with pointed headdress, large ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak
Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Yoruba Female Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba female figure, rare example dressed in old cowrie covered cloak. an Ibeji or twin figure, rare example dressed in old cowrie covered cloak, Nigeria, Africa, well loved with ve...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak
Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Yoruba Male Figure, an Ibeji or Twin Figure, Nigeria, Africa with Cowrie Cloak

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Yoruba male figure, rare example dressed in old cowrie covered cloak. an Ibeji or twin figure, rare example dressed in old cowrie covered cloak, Nigeria, Africa, well loved with very...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry
African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry

African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry

Located in London, GB

Benin brass Armlets or Anklets A pair of heavy Brass armlets with three rows of cowrie shells, Certainly a well worn pair one slightly twisted. They have been cleaned at some point. ...

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Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Stupendous Beauty #2 Oil/ Canvas  Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African
Stupendous Beauty #2 Oil/ Canvas  Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African

Stupendous Beauty #2 Oil/ Canvas Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African

By Joshua Salami

Located in Houston, TX

Description: This painting "Stupendous Beauty 2 " is a 26.5" x 26.5" by Joshua Salami of Nigeria is an oil on canvas that conveys the confidence and the very impressive beauty of a...

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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Large African Bronze Currency from Benin Tribe of Nigeria on Base
Large African Bronze Currency from Benin Tribe of Nigeria on Base

Large African Bronze Currency from Benin Tribe of Nigeria on Base

Located in Chicago, IL

African Art Currency, Benin, Nigeria bronze 13h x 14w x 3d in 16.25h x 14w x 4d in (with stand) 33.02h x 35.56w x 7.62d cm AFR041

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Early 20th Century Beninese Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Tribal Chair from Nigeria
Tribal Chair from Nigeria

Tribal Chair from Nigeria

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A low slung African stargazer chair carved from one piece of wood, having three (3) legs.

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Early 20th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia  These are
3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia  These are

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia These are

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia These are unusual pieces, they are all carved in wood and painted One is a Yorubastam Gelede from Nigeria, it da...

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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Give me a Smile 2 Oil/ Canvas  Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African
Give me a Smile 2 Oil/ Canvas  Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African

Give me a Smile 2 Oil/ Canvas Nigerian Artist 2023 Portrait Realism African

By Joshua Salami

Located in Houston, TX

Description: This painting "Give Me a Smile 2" " is a 27" x 26" by Joshua Salami of Nigeria is an oil on canvas that conveys the confidence and the very impressive beauty of a bla...

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2010s Realist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Cotton Canvas, Oil

Painted Ibibio Polychrome Face Mask with Figure on Top, Nigeria Africa colorful
Painted Ibibio Polychrome Face Mask with Figure on Top, Nigeria Africa colorful

Painted Ibibio Polychrome Face Mask with Figure on Top, Nigeria Africa colorful

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Fine Painted Ibibio Polychrome Mask with Figure on Top, Nigeria Africa. Expressive small figure on top with one hand on top of head, other holding stomach. Circular projections at th...

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Early 20th Century Malian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Fine Yoruba Ibeji Pair Ilorrin  African Tribal Art
Fine Yoruba Ibeji Pair Ilorrin  African Tribal Art

Fine Yoruba Ibeji Pair Ilorrin African Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

A pair of Ibeji figures from lIorin region Nigeria A male and female pair with purple brown patination and encrusted with cam wood powder Fine carvings from early 20th century Siz...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Fine Yoruba Ibeji Female Pair African Tribal Art
Fine Yoruba Ibeji Female Pair African Tribal Art

Fine Yoruba Ibeji Female Pair African Tribal Art

Located in London, GB

Good of female Yoruba Ibeji Figures Finely carved in dense wood with linear decoration to the body Nigeria Period Early 20th century Size: 27 and 25 cm Condition: Good Fine...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Majestic Benin King Oba, Finely Carved Ebony Bust, Nigeria West Africa C1930s
Majestic Benin King Oba, Finely Carved Ebony Bust, Nigeria West Africa C1930s

Majestic Benin King Oba, Finely Carved Ebony Bust, Nigeria West Africa C1930s

By People from Benin

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Truly a majestic Benin Oba. Beautifully and finely hand carved in Ebony hardwood from the 1930's A piece of this quality and stature holds enormous presence Height 17.75 inch, Widt...

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Vintage 1930s Beninese Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ebony

African Mambila Bronze Suaga Dog Head Mask - Tribal Art Sculpture
African Mambila Bronze Suaga Dog Head Mask - Tribal Art Sculpture

African Mambila Bronze Suaga Dog Head Mask - Tribal Art Sculpture

Located in Forney, TX

Overall a superb museum quality example -- African Ethnographic mask helmet headdress crest figural figure statue sculpture Nigerian Cameroonian culture cultural interest functional...

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20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture
African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture

African Nigerian Benin Yoruba Warrior Oba King Bronze Head Bust Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful, bronze bust/head sculpture of the Benin warrior Oba King, the first ruling King Father of the 16th century Kingdom of Benin (in present-day Nigeria) which was one of Afr...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Nigerian 19th Century Gold and bronze trade currency Bracelet
Nigerian 19th Century Gold and bronze trade currency Bracelet

Nigerian 19th Century Gold and bronze trade currency Bracelet

Located in NICE, FR

We present you an 19th century antique Nigerian high quality bronze GOLD PLATED bracelet currency traditionally used in monetary functions and exchange in the tribe as well as body o...

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Antique 19th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze, Gold Plate

Vintage African Bronze Rooster Figurine Ife Benin Nigeria Primitive Folk Art
Vintage African Bronze Rooster Figurine Ife Benin Nigeria Primitive Folk Art

Vintage African Bronze Rooster Figurine Ife Benin Nigeria Primitive Folk Art

By People from Benin

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This striking vintage bronze rooster sculpture is a fine example of African tribal artistry, originating from the cultural regions of Ife and Benin in Nigeria.

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Vintage 1940s Beninese Tribal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage West African Tunic with Geometric Design
Vintage West African Tunic with Geometric Design

Vintage West African Tunic with Geometric Design

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage West African Tunic with Geometric Design This vibrant West African tunic was likely made in either Cameroon (Bamum people) or Nigeria (Yoruba people). The indigenous cotton ...

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20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Cotton

Pair of African Mumuye Rain Wands on Stands
Pair of African Mumuye Rain Wands on Stands

Pair of African Mumuye Rain Wands on Stands

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of African Mumuye rain wands on custom stands. This pair of vintage tribal rain wands originate from the Mumuye peoples of West Africa, Nigeria. These forged-iron wands were u...

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20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

African Yoruba Diviner's Red Beaded Sash Panel 1950
African Yoruba Diviner's Red Beaded Sash Panel 1950

African Yoruba Diviner's Red Beaded Sash Panel 1950

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

African Yoruba Diviner's Red Beaded Wall Hanging Panel Sash 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Tribal Art

Materials

Textile, Beads

Collection of Five Fang Cast Bronze Bracelets and Collars Gabon Africa Published
Collection of Five Fang Cast Bronze Bracelets and Collars Gabon Africa Published

Collection of Five Fang Cast Bronze Bracelets and Collars Gabon Africa Published

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Collection of Five Fang Cast Bronze Bracelets and Collars Gabon Africa. Important elements of prestige bracelets and collars such as these were worn by the Fang people and sometimes...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Pair of African Igbo Open-Sided Cast Copper Cuff Bracelets
Pair of African Igbo Open-Sided Cast Copper Cuff Bracelets

Pair of African Igbo Open-Sided Cast Copper Cuff Bracelets

By Igbo People

Located in San Diego, CA

A very nice pair of African Igbo open-sided cast copper cuff bracelets, circa 1980s. The pair are a fine example of an open-sided cast copper cuff bracelet or wrist guard that is dec...

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Late 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Copper

Set of Three Cast Bronze Disc Top Hairpins Mangbetu, Congo Africa Custom Mount
Set of Three Cast Bronze Disc Top Hairpins Mangbetu, Congo Africa Custom Mount

Set of Three Cast Bronze Disc Top Hairpins Mangbetu, Congo Africa Custom Mount

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Set of Three Cast Bronze Disc Top Hairpins Mangbetu, Democratic Republic of Congo Africa. A finely crafted cast bronze set of hairpins, of the style similar to those carved in ivory...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Hand-Carved Ibibio Female Guardian Figure, Tribal Art from Nigeria
Hand-Carved Ibibio Female Guardian Figure, Tribal Art from Nigeria

Hand-Carved Ibibio Female Guardian Figure, Tribal Art from Nigeria

Located in Queens, NY

Nigerian 20th c. female guardian figure hand carved in wood by the Ibibio people with a base made of a rope and fabric wrapped basket

Category

20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Fabric

Bembe Bearded Male Figure Bust with Beard Hands on Stomach Staff Top DRC Africa
Bembe Bearded Male Figure Bust with Beard Hands on Stomach Staff Top DRC Africa

Bembe Bearded Male Figure Bust with Beard Hands on Stomach Staff Top DRC Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Striking Bembe bearded male bust figure with hands on sides of projecting stomach and finely carved beard. Stacking square hair style on top of head and projecting element hair on b...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

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African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria
African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria

African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria

Located in Chicago, IL

Beaded ceremonial ornaments were reserved for kings, certain priests and priestesses or specialists in medicinal herbs and divination. The hand beaded conical crown with frontal fac...

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Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Fabric, Beads

African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria
African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria

African Ceremonial Beaded Yoruba Headdress from Nigeria

Located in Chicago, IL

Beaded ceremonial ornaments were reserved for kings, certain priests and priestesses or specialists in medicinal herbs and divination. The hand beaded conical crown with frontal face...

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20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Fabric, Beads

African Tribal Art Very Rare Yoruba Ere Ibeji Figure Efon Alaye Nigeria
African Tribal Art Very Rare Yoruba Ere Ibeji Figure Efon Alaye Nigeria

African Tribal Art Very Rare Yoruba Ere Ibeji Figure Efon Alaye Nigeria

Located in London, GB

African tribal fine very rare Yoruba Ibeji figure Efon Alaye A finely carved rare female Ibeji figure from the Efon Alaye region of Nigeria Standing upright with arms at side with ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Two Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures, Early 20th Century, Nigeria, Africa Tribal Art
Two Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures, Early 20th Century, Nigeria, Africa Tribal Art

Two Yoruba Ibeji Twin Figures, Early 20th Century, Nigeria, Africa Tribal Art

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Two very well loved and worn carved wood Yoruba twin figures "Ibeji", from Nigeria, Africa dating to the early part of the 20th century. One with heavily worn smoothed face from year...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Female Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art with Beads
Yoruba Female Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art with Beads

Yoruba Female Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art with Beads

Located in Santa Fe, NM

A finely carved female twin figure, ere Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, created in the early 20th century. With a domed plaited coiffure, expressive eyes, and extensive wear and poli...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art Tall Hair style
Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art Tall Hair style

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Located in Santa Fe, NM

A finely carved male twin figure, ere Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, created in the early 20th century. With a tall plaited coiffure, expressive eyes, and extensive wear and polish ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, West African Tribal Art with Beads
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Located in Santa Fe, NM

A finely carved male twin figure, ere Ibeji, or twin figure from Yoruba People, Nigeria, created in the early 20th century. With a tall plaited coiffure, expressive eyes, and exten...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Maternity Offering Bowl Figure with Chicken, Africa, Nigeria
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Yoruba Maternity Offering Bowl Figure with Chicken, Africa, Nigeria

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Yoruba maternity offering bowl with a chicken as the lid, Nigeria, Africa, early 20th century. A female figure with baby riding on her back, presenting to her front an offering bowl ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

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African Yoruba Wooden Polychrome Egungun Headdress Mask from Nigeria
African Yoruba Wooden Polychrome Egungun Headdress Mask from Nigeria

African Yoruba Wooden Polychrome Egungun Headdress Mask from Nigeria

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This attractive and ornate mask was made by the Yoruba. The base is a small, flat pyramid of wood, giving rise to a columnar neck that in turn supports the head. The face is rounded ...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Twin Figures with Cowrie Cloaks, Nigeria, Africa, Early 20th Century
Yoruba Twin Figures with Cowrie Cloaks, Nigeria, Africa, Early 20th Century

Yoruba Twin Figures with Cowrie Cloaks, Nigeria, Africa, Early 20th Century

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Two twin figures "ibeji", wearing cloaks covered with cowrie shells, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa, early 20 century. Cowrie shells were a type of currency in West Africa, and when ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Art Fine  Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Figures Gbongan
African Tribal Art Fine  Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Figures Gbongan

African Tribal Art Fine Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Figures Gbongan

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H 11.03 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in

African Tribal Art Fine Pair of Yoruba Ibeji Figures Gbongan

Located in London, GB

A fine pair of ere Ibeji figures from Gbongan region Nigeria A pair of hard wood male and female Ibeji with crest hair style Showing fine aged patina with traces of rekitts blu...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Art Small Royal Ewe Kente Cloth Interior Design
African Tribal Art Small Royal Ewe Kente Cloth Interior Design

African Tribal Art Small Royal Ewe Kente Cloth Interior Design

Located in London, GB

Ewe Kente cloth Ghana Togo The small fine kente cloth made from sections of strips of material made on a strip loom This kente cloth would have been made for a young girl who would h...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

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African Tribal Art Fine Yoruba Gelede Mask Headdress interior design decoration
African Tribal Art Fine Yoruba Gelede Mask Headdress interior design decoration

African Tribal Art Fine Yoruba Gelede Mask Headdress interior design decoration

Located in London, GB

A late 19th century Yoruba Gelede mask. A fine example of a male Gelede mask used in the Gelede masquerades, The Gelede masquerade is associated with the recognition of the power of...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

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Kirdi Bird Iron Currency Staff Nigeria Early 20th Century West African Tribe Art
Kirdi Bird Iron Currency Staff Nigeria Early 20th Century West African Tribe Art

Kirdi Bird Iron Currency Staff Nigeria Early 20th Century West African Tribe Art

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Forged iron currency object or staff in the form of a stylized fancy crested bird, from the Kirdi people, Nigeria. Added decoration on the surface in the form of fine incised lines. ...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

African Igbo Appliqued Fabric Dance Costume
African Igbo Appliqued Fabric Dance Costume

African Igbo Appliqued Fabric Dance Costume

Unavailable

H 44 in W 44 in D 0.5 in

African Igbo Appliqued Fabric Dance Costume

Located in New York, NY

Colorful dance costume of rising sun bursts from Nigeria. This child size all in one suit would have been animated in dance by the Igbo People in the Southern part of the country. It...

Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Decorative Art

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rare African currency in the shape of a spade or hoe
rare African currency in the shape of a spade or hoe

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

very finely made "hoe" currency in hand wrought iron. These very thin and delicate examples of the blacksmith's craft were revered and traded as currency. Nigerian. 19th century, pri...

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19th Century Igbo African Tribal Sculpture of a Musician

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Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

A very textural painted sculpture of a musician by the Igbo people of Nigeria. The Igbo are a large but widely spread population that inhabits both sides of the Niger river.The wide ...

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African Tribal art Rare Himbi Fetish Figure Benue River Nigeria

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Located in London, GB

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Yoruba Edan Ogboni Figural Brass Staffs, 2 Pairs
Yoruba Edan Ogboni Figural Brass Staffs, 2 Pairs

Yoruba Edan Ogboni Figural Brass Staffs, 2 Pairs

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Located in Astoria, NY

From a Fifth Avenue Collection. Keywords: West African Art, Nigerian Art, Orisha, Ibeji, Statue, Sculpture, Metalwork, Ethnographic Art, Tribal Art, Ogboni Secret Society, Figurative...

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Located in Montreal, QC

Among the Eket, a subgroup of the Ibibio, this type of headdress is worn by a dancer who wears a long white robe, with bells attached to the neck and a basket covered with rows of be...

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Rare Nupe Ewer Nigeria African Islamic Art Metal work

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Located in London, GB

A Elegant brass Ewer from the Nupe people of Nigeria, Hand raised and worked from beaten sheet brass and copper The Nupe people are very skilled metal workers and wood carvers ...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Art

Materials

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African Nigerian Igbo Wood Carved Maiden Spirit Mask Sculpture

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Located in Studio City, CA

Would be a great addition to any African/Tribal art or mask collection or eye-catching accent piece in about any setting.

Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Masks

Materials

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Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand
Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand

Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

West African hand beaded head dress crown from Yoruba, Nigeria.

Category

Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Metal

Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa Timeless
Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa Timeless

Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa Timeless

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Blessed by time, an early beautiful Yoruba female figure with baby riding on back, presenting an offering bowl in the form of a chicken with a removable top. Great Yoruba mother's fa...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Large African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, Early 20th Century, Nigeria
Large African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, Early 20th Century, Nigeria

Large African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, Early 20th Century, Nigeria

Located in Austin, TX

A large and impressive coiled copper manilla currency piece with gorgeous patina, early 20th century, Igbo People, Nigeria. The striking manilla currency crafted of heavy copper f...

Category

Vintage 1930s Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

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Standing Male Ibibio Figure with Hands Up and Hat, Sublime Face, Nigeria, Africa
Standing Male Ibibio Figure with Hands Up and Hat, Sublime Face, Nigeria, Africa

Standing Male Ibibio Figure with Hands Up and Hat, Sublime Face, Nigeria, Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Standing male Ibibio figure with flat hands up and hat, very detailed sublime face, Nigeria, early 20th century. Wear and patina from tribal use, losses to feet. Body with soft round...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Yoruba Nigerian African Beaded Tribal Ceremonial Chiefs Arm Chair
Vintage Yoruba Nigerian African Beaded Tribal Ceremonial Chiefs Arm Chair

Vintage Yoruba Nigerian African Beaded Tribal Ceremonial Chiefs Arm Chair

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Yoruba Nigerian beaded tribal armchair featuring geometric patterns with alligators / crocodiles, antelope / gazelle, lions, masked faces, plants, parrots, eagles, birds elep...

Category

Late 20th Century Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Glass, Hardwood, Beads

Igbo, Coiled Bracelet Currency from Nigeria
Igbo, Coiled Bracelet Currency from Nigeria

Igbo, Coiled Bracelet Currency from Nigeria

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H 7.25 in W 11.25 in D 4.5 in

Igbo, Coiled Bracelet Currency from Nigeria

Located in Dallas, TX

Two sizes of coiled bracelet currency mounted on stands. These copper alloy bracelets were used as currency by the Igbo tribe of Nigeria. Verdi green patina. Large bracelet - $2450. ...

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Materials

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African Mounted Copper Manilla Bracelet Currency Nigeria
African Mounted Copper Manilla Bracelet Currency Nigeria

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.

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Mounted Objects

Materials

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AFRICAN TRIBAL MASKS

AFRICAN TRIBAL MASKS

Located in New York, NY

A vintage collection of carved wood ceremonial masks from various African tribes. Each hand-carved mask a unique design, ranging in size from 10" to 24" high and 4" to 12" wide. Pri...

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20th Century Nigerian Masks

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African Dance Mask

African Dance Mask

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Located in Wilton, CT

Powerfully carved African dance mask from an old Manhattan collection. Very time worn surface, front and back, with original pigment largely intact. Collected in the 1950s.

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Vintage 1940s Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Early African Tribal Mask
Early African Tribal Mask

Early African Tribal Mask

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H 9 in W 7 in D 3 in

Early African Tribal Mask

Located in Wilton, CT

Powerful and well carved Nigerian dance mask, collected in the 1960s. Very good overall condition. Custom steel stand with wear.

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Folk Art Eket Iblbio Styled African Wooden Mask Wall Sculpture

Folk Art Eket Iblbio Styled African Wooden Mask Wall Sculpture

By Craft and Folk Art Museum

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A large sized carved and painted primitive Folk Art African mask that was hung as a wall decoration .

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Folk Art Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

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West Africa Benin Bronze Male Figure on Stand
West Africa Benin Bronze Male Figure on Stand

West Africa Benin Bronze Male Figure on Stand

Located in Rochester, NY

West Africa Benin bronze male figure in beautifully patinated surface. Lightly glue mounted to rectangular hardwood stand. On stand measures 9 1/2" h x 3 1/4" w x 2" d. Bronze figure...

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Materials

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Pair of Igbo Tribe West African Manilla Currencies on Custom Stands
Pair of Igbo Tribe West African Manilla Currencies on Custom Stands

Pair of Igbo Tribe West African Manilla Currencies on Custom Stands

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of African manilla trade currencies from the Igbo People of Central Nigeria, West Africa. Manilla bracelets (a form of money) were commonly used throughout Nigeria and surroun...

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Antique 19th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

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Rare African Ceremonial Gong
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Rare African Ceremonial Gong

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Rare African Ceremonial Gong

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage Hand-Forged Yoruba Double Gong used to call spirits and ancestors and ward off evil spirits

Category

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Materials

Iron

Pair of White Beaded African Ceremonial Chairs
Pair of White Beaded African Ceremonial Chairs

Pair of White Beaded African Ceremonial Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of white beaded African ceremonial chairs - made custom, folk art of African tribes in Nigeria.

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African Yoruba Glass Beaded and Leather Chair
African Yoruba Glass Beaded and Leather Chair

African Yoruba Glass Beaded and Leather Chair

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid-century Nigerian Yoruba chair constructed with found objects and ambitiously hand beaded depicting animals, fish, flowers, men and ancestors in distinctive naive folk style.

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Materials

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Pair of Black and White Diamond African Beaded Ceremonial Chairs
Pair of Black and White Diamond African Beaded Ceremonial Chairs

Pair of Black and White Diamond African Beaded Ceremonial Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of black and white diamond beaded African ceremonial chairs - made custom, folk art of African tribes in Nigeria.

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Materials

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Pair African Beaded Ceremonial Chairs

Pair African Beaded Ceremonial Chairs

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of black and white floral beaded African ceremonial chairs - made custom, folk art of African tribes in Nigeria.

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Materials

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African Nigerian Carved Wood Mask
African Nigerian Carved Wood Mask

African Nigerian Carved Wood Mask

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African Nigerian Carved Wood Mask

Located in West Hartford, CT

Carved African secret society mask from Eket Nigeria worn by a high initiate during mystical ceremonies. Masks such as these were used by members of the ‘Ekpo’ and ‘Ekong’ societies ...

Category

20th Century Nigerian Masks

Materials

Wood

Chamba Iron Currency, Nigeria, Africa
Chamba Iron Currency, Nigeria, Africa

Chamba Iron Currency, Nigeria, Africa

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Chamba Iron Currency, Nigeria, Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

This currency object belongs to a group of hoe-currencies that were produced in various shapes in eastern Nigeria. They are typically covered in brush-shaped lines, scratches, or eng...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Other Tribal Art

Materials

Iron

Three African Coiled Basket Trays, Hausa, Nigeria, 20th Century, Tribal Art
Three African Coiled Basket Trays, Hausa, Nigeria, 20th Century, Tribal Art

Three African Coiled Basket Trays, Hausa, Nigeria, 20th Century, Tribal Art

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Three African coiled basket trays Hausa, Nigeria 20th century. Three fine coiled basket trays. Attractive geometrical pattern weave in earth tone color palette. Plant fiber (...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Natural Fiber, Rattan

Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art Tall Hair
Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art Tall Hair

Yoruba Male Twin Figure, Ere Ibeji, Nigeria, African Tribal Art Tall Hair

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A finely carved male twin figure, ere Ibeji, Yoruba People, Nigeria, created in the early 20th century. With a tall plaited coiffure, expressive eyes, and extensive wear and polish f...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

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African sculpture Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria
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African sculpture Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria

Located in Paris, IDF

Further reading: Schädler, Karl-Ferdinand (1994). Lexicon of African Art and Culture. Munich: Klinkhardt & Biermann.

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Leather, Wood

African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, 20th Century, Nigeria
African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, 20th Century, Nigeria

African Igbo Coiled Copper Manilla Currency, 20th Century, Nigeria

Located in Austin, TX

A large and attractive copper spiral manilla currency piece, Igbo tribe, Nigeria, early to mid-20th century. The large currency piece formed as a coiled spring and comprised of tw...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand
Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand

Yoruba Nigeria African Royal Beaded Headdress Crown on Stand

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

West African hand beaded head dress crown from Yoruba, Nigeria.

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

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African ‘Nigerian’ Igbo Carved Maiden Mask/ Sculpture on Stand
African ‘Nigerian’ Igbo Carved Maiden Mask/ Sculpture on Stand

African ‘Nigerian’ Igbo Carved Maiden Mask/ Sculpture on Stand

Located in Studio City, CA

This finely carved mask is from the early to mid-20th century and was made by the Igbo People of Southeastern Nigeria. Agbogho mmwo, or "maiden spirit," masks are worn strictly by...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

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Wood

Nok Terracotta Figure of Seated Man, Nigeria, Africa TL Tested
Nok Terracotta Figure of Seated Man, Nigeria, Africa TL Tested

Nok Terracotta Figure of Seated Man, Nigeria, Africa TL Tested

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Nok terracotta figure of seated man with expressive face and dotted Coiffure. I-III Century AD. Certificate of Authenticity with thermoluminescence test and passport from Europe. Mus...

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Materials

Terracotta

African Nigerian Igbo Carved Maiden Mask Sculpture on Stand
African Nigerian Igbo Carved Maiden Mask Sculpture on Stand

African Nigerian Igbo Carved Maiden Mask Sculpture on Stand

Located in Studio City, CA

This finely carved mask is from the early to mid-20th century and was made by the Igbo People of Southeastern Nigeria. Agbogho mmwo, or "maiden spirit," masks are worn strictly by...

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Early 20th Century Tribal Iron Gong Currency, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa
Early 20th Century Tribal Iron Gong Currency, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa

Early 20th Century Tribal Iron Gong Currency, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early 20th Century Tribal Iron Gong Currency, Yoruba People, Nigeria, Africa This very graceful anthropomorphic gong currency has two different pitches when struck.  

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

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Early Afikpo Stylized Geometric Mask, with Long Face Nigeria, West Africa
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Early Afikpo Stylized Geometric Mask, with Long Face Nigeria, West Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early finely carved African Afikpo mask with stylized geometric abstract long face. From Nigeria close to the Cross River. From an old collection in the Southwest. Overall dimensi...

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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa weathered
Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa weathered

Yoruba Tribal Maternity Offering Bowl Figure Chicken, Nigeria Africa weathered

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Blessed by time, an early beautiful Yoruba female figure with baby riding on back, presenting an offering bowl in the form of a chicken with a removable top. Great Yoruba mother's fa...

Category

Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Igbo Tribal Seated Ikenga Figure with Sword and Head Africa, Nigeria
Igbo Tribal Seated Ikenga Figure with Sword and Head Africa, Nigeria

Igbo Tribal Seated Ikenga Figure with Sword and Head Africa, Nigeria

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Igbo tribal seated Ikenga figure with sword and head Africa, Nigeria Classic Ikenga Shrine figure seated on a stool with curved horns encircling his head. Areas of erosion, weathere...

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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Tribal Art

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Bronze Benin Medicine Jar, Late 19th Century, African (Nigeria)

Bronze Benin Medicine Jar, Late 19th Century, African (Nigeria)

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This late 19th Century bronze medicine jar is decorated with various figures. The figures are holding shields and weapons. Size: 18 x 9 x 9 inches

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Late 19th Century Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure
African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure

African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure

Located in Queens, NY

African Gabon 20th Century carved wood Ambete reliquary figure features an oval head with inlaid cowrie shell eyes, a fiber necklace, forward thrust shoulders with bent arms, rope be...

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20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

African Decorative Object, Gourd
African Decorative Object, Gourd

African Decorative Object, Gourd

$421

H 4.34 in W 5.12 in D 22.45 in

African Decorative Object, Gourd

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

African decorative object, gourd, early 20th century. Measures: H 11 cm, L 57 cm, W 13 cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

Category

20th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Leather

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Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century
Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century

Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century

$810Sale Price|83% Off

H 22.5 in W 5.5 in D 5 in

Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century

By Senufo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expressive figurine features notch c...

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Antique Late 19th Century Malian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ebony

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.  

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Stunning & Powerful Altar Crucifix with Detailed Bronze Sculpture of Christ 1912
Stunning & Powerful Altar Crucifix with Detailed Bronze Sculpture of Christ 1912

Stunning & Powerful Altar Crucifix with Detailed Bronze Sculpture of Christ 1912

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique table crucifix and a wonderful work of religious art, dated 1912 and numbered. For us the most powerful statement will always be 'the truth will set you free'. It is what w...

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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Salampasu Mask
Salampasu Mask

Salampasu Mask

$980

H 19.5 in W 10 in D 5.25 in

Salampasu Mask

Located in Chicago, IL

This ceremonial African mask is linked to the Salampasu people of the Bantu ethnic group located primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Salampasu masks were an integral part ...

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Mid-20th Century Congolese Folk Art Masks

Materials

Wood, Bamboo

Antique European Carved Gilt And Polychrome Coat Of Arms Wall Plaque
Antique European Carved Gilt And Polychrome Coat Of Arms Wall Plaque

Antique European Carved Gilt And Polychrome Coat Of Arms Wall Plaque

Located in Nuernberg, DE

We are delighted to offer for sale this highly collectable hand carved coat of arms featuring a knightly crest. This is an exceptionally well made and decorative piece. It is a very...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Folk Art Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Wood

African American Pine Burr Quilt
African American Pine Burr Quilt

African American Pine Burr Quilt

$7,500

H 75 in W 60 in D 0.25 in

African American Pine Burr Quilt

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Exceptional African American pine burr quilt. All hand quilted and pieced. Found in Selma, Alabama. Fantastic color placement and design. These quilts were made with leftover fabric ...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Quilts

Materials

Textile

Village Water Pump in Antique Limestone from France, 18th Century
Village Water Pump in Antique Limestone from France, 18th Century

Village Water Pump in Antique Limestone from France, 18th Century

$9,917 / set

H 82.68 in W 35.44 in D 204.73 in

Village Water Pump in Antique Limestone from France, 18th Century

Located in Udenhout, NL

Village water pump fountain in limestone with a double trough also made from limestone in front of it.

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Fountains

Materials

Limestone

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Desk and Chair Set, Handcrafted in France
Guillerme et Chambron Oak Desk and Chair Set, Handcrafted in France

Guillerme et Chambron Oak Desk and Chair Set, Handcrafted in France

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Stamford, CT

Designer handcrafted oak desk and chair. Chair adjusts to two positions. Desk knobs are wood with ceramic. All legs end on ceramic balls. Chair is 25 W x 33 D x 37 H.

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Vintage 1950s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli
Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

Macbeth and the Three Witches a Painting on Panel by Francesco Zuccarelli

By Francesco Zuccarelli

Located in PARIS, FR

This painting, created during Zuccarelli's stay in England, represents the decisive moment when Macbeth, together with Banquo, meets the three witches who announce that he will be Ki...

Category

1760s Old Masters Landscape Paintings

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Rare Hand Carved 1587 Fighting Scots City of York Coat of Arms Armoiral Crest
Rare Hand Carved 1587 Fighting Scots City of York Coat of Arms Armoiral Crest

Rare Hand Carved 1587 Fighting Scots City of York Coat of Arms Armoiral Crest

$4,098Sale Price|20% Off

H 10.83 in W 8.67 in D 1.78 in

Rare Hand Carved 1587 Fighting Scots City of York Coat of Arms Armoiral Crest

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand carved wall plaque coat of arms for the city of York Fighting Scots dating from 1587 This is a very good looking and well made ...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Mid-Century Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Wood

Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s

Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s

By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti

Located in Roma, IT

Set of 12 original and signed "Plia" pink lucite folding chairs. NOS (new old Stock) This fantastic set was designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli in 1967. PLIA, the symbol of a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

6' Marble Dining Table
6' Marble Dining Table

6' Marble Dining Table

$1,800

H 29 in W 78.25 in D 42 in

6' Marble Dining Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Long solid marble dining table with striking unique grain throughout. Simple top at over six feet in length set atop a matching base. Sleek modern design for your home or office. Ple...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

17th Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry
17th Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry

17th Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry

$89,995Sale Price|50% Off

H 166 in W 113 in D 0.05 in

17th Century French Aubusson Verdure Tapestry

Located in New York, NY

A French Aubusson verdure landscape tapestry from the 17th century, featuring a paradisiacal vision of a remote cottage with a beautiful waterfall placed within a lush lakeside setti...

Category

Antique 17th Century French Aubusson Tapestries

Materials

Wool

Portrait of a Lady, Old Masters 18th Century Oil

Portrait of a Lady, Old Masters 18th Century Oil

By Thomas Hudson

Located in London, GB

Thomas Hudson 1701 – 1779 Portrait of a Lady Oil on canvas Image size: 30 x 25 inches Original carved giltwood frame Hudson had many assistants, and employed the specialist drapery ...

Category

18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art
A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

$3,700

H 10.16 in W 5.16 in D 2.68 in

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

Ngaady aMwaash Mask. African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector...

Category

Antique 19th Century Congolese Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Softwood

Restoration period mahogany-veneered sofa bed with canopy
Restoration period mahogany-veneered sofa bed with canopy

Restoration period mahogany-veneered sofa bed with canopy

$10,942

H 49.22 in W 77.56 in D 33.86 in

Restoration period mahogany-veneered sofa bed with canopy

Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Restoration-period mahogany-veneered boat-shaped sofa-bed with slightly inverted headboard. The front is soberly adorned with an ormolu plaque featuring scrolls and fleurons framing ...

Category

Antique 1820s French Restauration Bedroom Sets

Materials

Bronze

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African Art Nigeria For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal African art nigeria for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and beads, every African art nigeria was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the African art nigeria you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each African art nigeria bearing Folk Art hallmarks is very popular. A well-made African art nigeria has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Igbo People and Yoruba People are consistently popular.

How Much is an African Art Nigeria?

Prices for an African art nigeria start at $350 and top out at $22,500 with the average selling for $1,850.

Questions About African Art Nigeria

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    African art is painting, sculptures, masks or installations that originate from the African continent. Masquerade, metalwork, sculpture, architecture, fiber art and dance are particularly popular artistic expressions in Africa. Many of these art forms are defined by expressive individualism, an emphasis on the human figure and visual abstraction.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    One of the key characteristics of African art is that it tends to emphasize emotion over realism, so pieces often don't closely resemble their animal or human subjects. In addition, traditional African artists tend to work in three-dimensional formats like sculptures rather than painting or drawing. Also, many pieces have a spiritual meaning to the creators and their cultures. On 1stDibs, shop a range of African art from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    African art is simply called African art. Sculpture, pottery, painting, rock art and other works of visual art native to Africa all fall under the umbrella of African art (performance art that originates in Africa will also be called African art). On 1stDibs, there is an exquisite range of African art to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Traditional African wooden art is a term that describes pieces made by artists in Africa using techniques that have been passed down through generations. Examples include masks, figurines and sculptures depicting human and animal figures. Find a collection of traditional African art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.