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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Materials
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African Soapstone
Small Antique Hippopotamus Figure, African, Soapstone, Hand Carved, Victorian
$917Sale Price|20% Off
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.
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Antique Late 19th Century African Late Victorian Animal Sculptures
Materials
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Antique Figurative Sculpture, Vintage Decorative Object, Hand Carved Unique Bust
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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Soapstone, Cast Stone, Other
African Hand Carved Soapstone Vase
Located in Tarrytown, NY
African hand carved soapstone vase.
Category
1990s Vases
Materials
Soapstone
Vintage African Folk Art Carved Soapstone Ocean Green Elephant Figurine Animal
By Maitland Smith, Jonathan Adler
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Folk Art from Africa, made circa in the late 20th Century. In good vintage condition with minor signs of wear.
Category
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African Shona Sculpture sign M. Jamba Simbabwe 1955
$3,615Sale Price|20% Off
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
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African Hand Carved Soapstone Vase
Located in Tarrytown, NY
African hand carved soapstone vase.
Category
1990s Vases
Materials
Soapstone
African Hand Carved Soapstone Vase
Located in Tarrytown, NY
African hand carved soapstone vase.
Category
1990s Vases
Materials
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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...
Category
20th Century African Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century African Tribal Mounted Objects
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Soapstone
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Metal Patch Work and Walnut Sculpture by Asai
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Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Metal Patch Work and Walnut Sculpture by Asai
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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Late 20th Century South African Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
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Red and Tan African Beaded Belt with Soapstone Rosettes
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Red and tan African beaded belt with soapstone rosettes and backed with black textile.
Category
Vintage 1980s African Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Soapstone
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century African Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Soapstone
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African Soapstone For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic African soapstone available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of soapstone and stone, every African soapstone was constructed with great care. Find 8 options for an antique or vintage African soapstone now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer African soapstone, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right African soapstone, those designed in Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made African soapstone has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by David Bangura are consistently popular.
How Much is an African Soapstone?
Prices for an African soapstone start at $190 and top out at $2,491 with the average selling for $1,129.
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