African soapstone sculpture by L. Chatsama 1980's
Located in Copenhagen, DK
beautiful heavy African Shona Carved Stone Sculpture by L. Chatsama.
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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.
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Small Antique Hippopotamus Figure, African, Soapstone, Hand Carved, Victorian
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Small Antique Hippopotamus Figure, African, Soapstone, Hand Carved, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique hippopotamus figure. An African, hand-carved soapstone animal, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Adorable and jovial, with superb stone inte...
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Vintage Red White Handmade Soapstone Hippopotamus Animal Figurine Collectables
By Siro Antonio Africa, Jonathan Adler, Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
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Vintage African Folk Art Carved Soapstone Ocean Green Elephant Figurine Animal
By Jonathan Adler, Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful hand-carved and handmade Ocean Green Elephant is beautifully made from soapstone. The gorgeous aqua turquoise color reminds us of the beautiful beaches in Kenya. Vint...
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African Shona Sculpture sign M. Jamba Simbabwe 1955
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African Shona Sculpture sign M. Jamba Simbabwe 1955
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare African Shona Art sculpture signed by artist M. Jamba Artist from Zimbabwe circa 1960 Extremely decorative and very heavy
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African Carved Stone Figural Rock Sculpture Inscribed Onsem M.
By Onsem M.
Located in Milford, NH
Wonderful hand carved stone figure from a single stone, probably 20th c African, is inscribed “Onsem M” near the base. The stone used is primarily made up of deep green and gray colo...
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African Mask in Hand Carved Stone, Mid 20th Century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Interesting hand-carved wall mask in partially blackened soapstone. Tribal made in Africa circa 1920-50. Measurements: H: 18 cm, W: 10,5 cm, Dept: 6 cm.
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Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Metal Patch Work and Walnut Sculpture by Asai
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H 64.5 in W 27 in D 26 in
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Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions- H: 64 1/2in W: 27in D: 26in This is an exceptional South African sculpture is titled "Falling Angel" and is made in the Brutalist style and made out of freeform walnut, ...
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Large 1960s Soapstone Abstract Sculpture
Located in L'Escala, ES
Rare very large 1960s soapstone abstract sculpture in perfect vintage condition. In steatite stone, very heavy.
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Mid-20th Century African Abstract Sculptures
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African Soapstone Sculpture For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of african soapstone sculpture for your needs in our varied inventory. You can easily find an example made in the Expressionist style, while we also have 1 Expressionist versions to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of african soapstone sculpture from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When looking for the right choice in our collection of african soapstone sculpture for your space, you can search on 1stDibs by color — popular works were created in bold and neutral palettes with elements of brown, black and gray. Finding an appealing object in our assortment of african soapstone sculpture — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tendai Marowa & Stanley Chideu, Savheri Chirwa and Elia Shiwoohama each produced popular versions that are worth a look. These artworks were handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in stone, linocut and paper.
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The average selling price for a piece of african soapstone sculpture we offer is $2,125, while they’re typically $288 on the low end and $13,250 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Sculptures for You
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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