Vintage African Carved Bust's or Bookends Girl & Boy in Ebony, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of vintage African Busts; boy and girl, possibly Nigerian/Lagos.
Vintage 1970s African Modern Busts
Ebony
Vintage African Carved Bust's or Bookends Girl & Boy in Ebony, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of vintage African Busts; boy and girl, possibly Nigerian/Lagos.
Ebony
Pair of Impressive Hand-Carved Hardwood African Busts
Located in San Diego, CA
An impressive pair of hand-carved hardwood African busts, circa 1970s. The pair are made out of some type of exotic hardwood (zebra wood?
Hardwood
1940s Carved Wood Bust of African Man
By Helge Holmskov
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Carved Wood Bust of African Man
Wood
Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribesmen.
Wood
African Iron Wood Man Bust
Located in Queens, NY
African iron wood carved bust of a bald man
Wood
Joseph Bansimba African bust carved in wenge - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Joseph Bansimba African bust carved in wenge - 20th African Art - Ethnic decoration Measures : 30x16cm H: 21,5cm Material : Wenge
Wenge
Vintage African Dual Face Drum Bust, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A decorative double head bust that drums as well. Carved from one lumb of dark wood and featuring a cow hide drum.
Hardwood
Hand-Carved Solid Ebony Sculptural Bust Bookends, African Modernist, Circa 1970s
Located in San Carlos, CA
A striking pair of hand-carved solid ebony sculptural bookends depicting stylized male and female busts, executed in a refined African Modernist manner, circa 1970s.
Ebony
Large African Tribal Female Bust Sculpture, Hand-Carved Ethnographic Art Figure
Located in Wembley, GB
Large African Tribal Female Bust Sculpture, 32 cm – Hand-Carved Ethnographic Art Figure A wooden striking and highly decorative 32 cm African tribal female bust sculpture, celebrati...
Other
19th Bust of an African Knight in Two-Tone Carved Marble
Located in Marbella, ES
Magnificent hand-carved marble bust depicting an African gentleman in traditional attire and a detailed headdress.
Marble
African Tanzania Contemporary Carved Wood Makonde Fearsome Demon Head
Located in Queens, NY
African Tanzania Contemporary carved wood Makonde fearsome demon head in stylized elongated form features incised hair, long narrow nose, flaring nostrils plus an openwork snarling m...
Hand-Carved African Bookends, Figurative, Circa 1960
Located in London, GB
Figurative bookends hand carved African West-coast 1960-70's depicting a man and women. They are priced and sold as a set.
Wood
$2,332Sale Price|20% Off
Large Stone Bust Of An African Chief Shona From Verdit Tendayi Tandi
Located in Hannover, DE
This bust is lovingly hand-carved from stone that is said to have healing properties.
Stone
Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decoration
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
The authentic expression and natural finish give it a timeless presence, making it suitable as a standalone art piece or part of a larger curated decor. Keywords: African head sculp...
Wood
1970s African Tribal Mask in Wood with Natural Fiber
Located in Marbella, ES
An imposing, large-scale African tribal mask carved from wood, possessing a strong sculptural presence. The piece features stylized facial features with almond-shaped eyes, a defined...
Wood
Dance Head Ornament Representing an Antelope Head, Burkina Faso, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...
Wood
African Hand Carved Wood Head Bust Sculpture
Located in Studio City, CA
Nicely carved. A good eye-catching accent piece. Dimensions: 8.25" high, 5" wide, 7" deep.
Wood
Pair of African Tanzanian Carved Ebony Wood Bust Bookends
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of African Tanzanian carved ebony wood bookends with decorative carved busts wearing head pieces decorated with intricate carved geometric lines.
Ebony
Decorative Bust Home Decor African Soapstone Sculpture, Hand-Carved Object
Located in Wembley, GB
Hand-Carved African Soapstone Bust Sculpture, 15 cm This striking hand-carved African soapstone bust is a fine example of traditional African tribal-inspired artistry.
Cast Stone, Soapstone, Other
$350Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage African Carved Blackwood Tribal Warrior Head Bust Sculpture 18"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage hand carved Blackwood statue / sculpture - the bust of a male head with elongated neck and high crop of hair, face decorated with tribal / warrior designs. Dimensions: 6" x...
Hardwood
Vintage African Fine Art Wood Bust - Hand Carved - Unsigned - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Vintage African hand carved fine art wood bust - unsigned - Zimbabwe (likely) - mid 20th century.
Hardwood
$7,343Sale Price|20% Off
Carved bust of a tribeswoman
Located in Cheshire, GB
Finely carved wooden bust of a striking tribeswoman figure carved from an exotic hardwood with a rich patina free standing. Dimensions Height 22 Inches Width 13 Inches Depth 17 Inches
Wood
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...
Ebony
Hand Carved Solid Ebony wood African tribal Warrior Head Bust Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful hand carved bust head African sculpture circa 1950's, nice clean condition.
Ebony
Vintage African Primitive Carved Ebony Wood Benin Bust Head Sculpture Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage African (Nigerian) Primitive Carved Ebony Wood Benin Bust Head Sculpture Form Table Lamp.
Ebony
African Stone Sculpture, Man Bust or Mask, 1960s
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
African Stone Sculpture, Man Bust or Mask, 1960s. Small African stone statuette, standing at 11 cm tall, depicting a man's head and neck, resembling a traditional mask. The stone ...
Stone
African Wood Female Bust Figurative Sculpture Mandinka Woman
Located in London, GB
Hand-carved by skilled artisans, this bust sculpture showcases the elegance and strength of Mandinka women, renowned for their rich traditions and role in African history.
Wood
$2,744Sale Price / item|20% Off
Decorative African Stone Sculpture, Abstract Female Bust, Signed Zimbabwe Status
Located in Wembley, GB
African Stone Sculpture, Female Bust, Signed and Numbered, Zimbabwe, 20th Century A powerful and contemplative African stone sculpture depicting a stylised female bust, carved from ...
Metal, Gold Plate, Sheet Metal, Gold Leaf
20th Century Nigerian Carved Benin Bust After Yoruba Court Portraits
Located in Nottingham, GB
Their discovery in the early twentieth century revealed a rich artistic tradition that transformed international understanding of precolonial African civilisation. This impressive c...
Wood
Sculptural Lamp, Ebony Bust of an African Woman By Alexs Mutasa, Circa 1970
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
It features a finely carved bust of an African woman in solid ebony, resting on a matching wooden base.
Brass
$1,394 / set
Three African carved stone figures circa 1930
Located in Central England, GB
These very high quality well carved African tribal stone portrait busts depict a Zulu chief and two high-ranking Zulu tribe’s people.
Stone
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...
Wood
20th Century Bust of Roman Hand Carved in Carrara White and African Onyx Marble
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 20th century bust of Roman hand carved in Carrara white and African onyx marble.
Marble
Unavailable|$500 / set
Incredible Pair of Hand-Carved Wood Bust Sculptures of Tribal Shaman Figures
Located in Houston, TX
This pair of hand-carved wooden busts are truly a special find and a magnificent example of folk tribal art. Care and craftsmanship are clearly evident in these pieces as facial feat...
Wood
Unavailable|$650
Hand Carved African Wood and Beaded Sculpture
By Yoruba People
Located in Fulton, CA
A vintage beaded African wood carving of 3 figures. Vibrant primary colors to bead work. Portions of wood are painted. Attributed to Yoruba, Nigeria, Africa. Mid-late 20th century. ...
Unavailable|$585
Carved Wood African Bust
Located in Antwerp, BE
This bust comes from my own collection of vintage and antique heads. The primitive but skilled carving and the contours and cracks of the wood organically complement each other .The ...
Wood
Unavailable|$600 / set
Central African Bust Wall Sculptures 'Male and Female'
Located in Pasadena, CA
One of a kind pair of beautifully-carved wooden wall sculptures of an African couple. Most probably from a region in DR Congo in Central Africa. One of the frames has been redone. ...
Rattan, Wood
Sold|$615
Laughing African Carved Bust
Located in Studio City, CA
Significant and impressive in scale, this African statue adds a little joy to any decor. Dimensions: 32" High, 10.5" wide, 10.5" Deep
Wood
Carved African Bloodstone Bust Sculpture
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection Free international shipping Carved African Bloodstone Bust Sculpture
Stone
African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
Located in Plainview, NY
An African woman bust sculpture, meticulously hand-carved from the lustrous depths of ebony wood.
Wood, Ebony
Sold|$1,200 / set
African Ndaka Hardwood Carved Busts, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of African, Ndaaka people of Democratic Republic of Congo, hardwood carved bust sculpture of two figures wearing necklaces and earrings, each with incised "NDAKA / 6723" marks t...
Wood
J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This vintage sculpture is made of Verdite stone. The necklace is bone. It was brought back from South Africa 45 years ago. It weighs 25 pounds. There is a missing piece of bone on o...
Stone
J. Mabena Signed South African Carved Stone Bust of a Chieftain
Located in Bridgeport, CT
This vintage sculpture is made of Verdite Stone. The necklace is bone. It was brought back from South Africa 45 years ago. It weighs 25 pounds. There is a missing piece of bone on o...
Stone
Antique Hand Carved Female Bust, African, Ebony, Ornamental Figure, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique hand-carved female bust. An African, ebony ornamental figure on Portland stone base, dating to the late 19th century, circa 1900.
Ebony
Bust of an African Woman, Paris, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A terracotta and porcelain bust of an African woman in traditional headdress, from France, circa 1940.
Terracotta
Ethnic 1990s African Hand Carved Wooden 2-Tone Ceremonial Tribal Mask
Located in Marbella, ES
Ethnic 1990s African hand carved wooden 2-tone ceremonial tribal mask.
Wood
Small Wooden Carved Easter Isle Bust on Black Steel Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Small wooden carved Easter Isle bust.
Stone
Pair of African Torsos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Ebonized wood male and female carved African torsos
Wood
Pair of "Art Deco" Designed Carved Wood African Figures after Hagenhauer
By Karl Hagenauer
Located in Toronto, ON
This charming pair of stylized midcentury carved wood African figures are in the manner of iconic Austrian designer Karl Hagenhauer.
Wood
Karl Springer Hand-Carved African Sculpture on Custom Suede Base, 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Hand-carved African sculpture, woman's head with four horns, by the Ekoi tribe in Nigeria with a suede base by Karl Springer, American, 1980s (photo of original Karl Springer tag inc...
Leather, Suede, Wood, Paint
Sold|$975
Hagenauer Bust of African Woman
Located in Montreal, QC
Art deco style carved and stained wooden bust of African woman, her curly incised hair stained black over dark brown face, resting on bronze base modeled as a necklace.Stamped on bo...
Bronze
Large Wood Carved African American Man Folk Art Bust
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Nicely carved form of an African American Gentleman--likely a sharecropper. Simple, yet very well executed carving. The shoulders were carved and put together in pieces. It almost...
Gesso
1970s Pair of Hand Carved Wooden African Bust Figure Sculpture Table Lamps
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s pair of hand carved wooden African man and woman bust figure sculpture table lamps.
Wood
French Wood Sculptures, Couple of Busts, Sculptures of Africans from the Congo
By Continental Art Deco
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind pair of African busts, from the Congo region, made during the 1940s-1950s of the previous century, possibly a French artist Both present the characteristic features ...
Wood
20th Century Carved African Female Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a stunningly beautiful African carved ebony female bust. The figure has been carved from a solid ebony trunk; the fine carving of this very dense wood reveals the skill of th...
Ebony
Sold|$850
Carved African Wood Bust
Located in Antwerp, BE
Carved African wood bust.
Wood
Vintage African Head Bust in Hand Carved Black Wood
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small scaled african head bust hand carved in black wood. It has a slight tilt - leaning to one side.
Wood
Styling your home with vintage, new and antique sculptures means adding a touch that can meaningfully transform the space. By introducing a sculptural work as a decorative finish to any interior, you’re making a statement, whether you tend toward the dramatic or prefer to keep things casual with modest, understated art.
A single, one-of-a-kind three-dimensional figurative sculpture mounted on your dining room wall is a guaranteed conversation piece, while a trio of abstract works arranged on your living room bookshelves can add spontaneity to the collection of first-edition novels or artist monographs you’re displaying as well as draw attention to them. Figurative sculptures are representational works that portray a specific person, animal or object. And while decorating with busts, which are sculpted or cast figurative works, hasn’t exactly topped the list of design trends every year, busts are back. According to designer Timothy Corrigan, “They give humanity in a way that a more abstract sculpture can’t give.” Abstract sculptures, on the other hand, are not meant to show something specific. Instead, they invoke a mood or scene without directly stating what they are portraying.
Busts made of stone or metal may not seem like a good fit for your existing decor. Fortunately, there are many ways for a seemingly incongruous piece to fit in with the rest of your room’s theme. You can embrace a dramatic piece by making it the focal point of the room, or you can choose to incorporate several elements made out of the same material to create harmony in your space. If an antique or more dramatic piece doesn’t feel like you, why not opt for works comprising plastic, fiberglass or other more modern materials?
When incorporating sculpture into the design of your home — be it the playful work of auction hero and multimedia visionary KAWS, contemporary fiber art from Connecticut dealer browngrotta arts or still-life sculpture on a budget — consider proper lighting, which can bring out the distinctive aspects of your piece that deserve attention. And make sure you know how the size and form of the sculpture will affect your space in whole. If you choose a sculpture with dramatic design elements, such as sharp angles or bright colors, for example, try to better integrate this new addition by echoing those elements in the rest of your room’s design.
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