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African Wood Sculpture
African Wood Sculpture

African Wood Sculpture

By Craft and Folk Art Museum

Located in San Francisco, CA

Very kool piece of African art. I am not exactly sure how old, but from bottom of base I would guess 1st quarter of 20th century. It is all wood and depicts what I believe is an Afri...

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Vintage 1920s North American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African sculpture of a man in wood, France, 1920
African sculpture of a man in wood, France, 1920

African sculpture of a man in wood, France, 1920

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Key Features : Figurative male sculpture Hand-carved solid wood Antique dark brown/black patina Metal base Inspired by traditional African art French decorative production, circa 192...

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Vintage 1920s French Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African couple sculpture in patinated black wood, 1960, France
African couple sculpture in patinated black wood, 1960, France

African couple sculpture in patinated black wood, 1960, France

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

A powerful and characterful piece, ideal as a collector's sculpture or a striking decorative element. Key Features : Decorative sculpture depicting a couple Hand-carved solid wood A...

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Vintage 1960s French Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Mother and Baby Wood Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, 20th Century
Mother and Baby Wood Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, 20th Century

Mother and Baby Wood Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, 20th Century

By Ndatite Ilo

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tutsi tribe artist Ndatite Ilo from Rwanda carved this gorgeous African wood sculpture. This unique statue artwork showcases a beautiful black woman, a Mother or Madonna, carrying a ...

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Early 20th Century Rwandan Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Carved Wood Male Sculpture
African Carved Wood Male Sculpture

African Carved Wood Male Sculpture

Located in San Francisco, CA

This African carved wood figure represents a male ancestor or spirit spouse statue.

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20th Century Abstract Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African or African American Wood Sculpture
African or African American Wood Sculpture

African or African American Wood Sculpture

Located in San Francisco, CA

Really well done, cool hand carved man. I thought this was a piece of American folk art. I am now told that it’s possibly African in origin. So I’m not completely sure either way. I ...

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Early 20th Century African Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Hardwood

African Dinka Headrest Wood Sculpture
African Dinka Headrest Wood Sculpture

African Dinka Headrest Wood Sculpture

Located in Long Island City, NY

African Dinka headrest wood carved sculpture.

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Mid-20th Century South Sudanese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Hand Carved Wood Head Bust Sculpture
African Hand Carved Wood Head Bust Sculpture

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.

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20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Orientalist African Hunter Sculpture, Carved Wood, 19th Century, 21in
Orientalist African Hunter Sculpture, Carved Wood, 19th Century, 21in

Orientalist African Hunter Sculpture, Carved Wood, 19th Century, 21in

Located in SANTA FE, NM

Orientalist African Hunter Leaning on His Shield Black Forest, School Switzerland  19th century Carved Wood 21 inches This is an exceptionally beautiful and exceptionally rare wood...

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19th Century Academic Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Large 18'' Ebony Wood African Families Tree Sculpture
Large 18'' Ebony Wood African Families Tree Sculpture

Large 18'' Ebony Wood African Families Tree Sculpture

Located in Brea, CA

Large ebony wood African families tree sculpture. Measure: 18".

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20th Century African Arts and Crafts Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #3 – Egg Designs, Africa
Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #3 – Egg Designs, Africa

Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #3 – Egg Designs, Africa

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

The Khada Totem Sculpture #3 is hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a collective of Zimbabwean artisans, who set their own prices, ensuring each piece is ...

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2010s South African Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #2 – Egg Designs, Africa
Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #2 – Egg Designs, Africa

Hand-Carved Primal Brutalist Wood Totem Sculpture #2 – Egg Designs, Africa

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

The Khada Totem Sculpture #2 is hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a collective of Zimbabwean artisans, who set their own prices, ensuring each piece is ...

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2010s South African Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Unique African Style Carved Wood Wooden Sculpture
Unique African Style Carved Wood Wooden Sculpture

Unique African Style Carved Wood Wooden Sculpture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful one of a kind African carved wooden sculpture of a woman carrying a basket and a hat.

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20th Century Primitive Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

African Vintage Wood Carving
African Vintage Wood Carving

African Vintage Wood Carving

$490Sale Price|44% Off

African Vintage Wood Carving

Located in Dallas, TX

African vintage wood carving. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern aesthetic.    

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Antique Early 18th Century African Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

"BaPende Statue - Zaire, " Carved Wood Sculpture created in Africa circa 1940
"BaPende Statue - Zaire, " Carved Wood Sculpture created in Africa circa 1940

"BaPende Statue - Zaire, " Carved Wood Sculpture created in Africa circa 1940

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This statue was carved by an unknown Pende artist from Zaire. It depicts a walking man with a disc-shape on his head and large eyes. 25 3/4" x 7" sculpture The Pende people are an...

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1940s Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Brass Ornate over Wood Totemic Sculpture
African Brass Ornate over Wood Totemic Sculpture

African Brass Ornate over Wood Totemic Sculpture

Located in Germantown, MD

African brass Ornate over wood Totemic sculpture animal in human or vice versa.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

African Iron Wood Man Bust
African Iron Wood Man Bust

African Iron Wood Man Bust

Located in Queens, NY

African iron wood carved bust of a bald man

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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

African Wooden Sculpture
African Wooden Sculpture

African Wooden Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-carved sculpture made of wood. Originates from Africa. Circa, 1950's.

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Vintage 1950s Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Carved Wood African Headdress on Later Iron Stand
Carved Wood African Headdress on Later Iron Stand

Carved Wood African Headdress on Later Iron Stand

Located in Buchanan, MI

Carved wood African headdress on later iron stand.

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20th Century African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Vintage African Carved Wood Figure of a Large Hornbill Bird Sculpture 65" Tall
Vintage African Carved Wood Figure of a Large Hornbill Bird Sculpture 65" Tall

Vintage African Carved Wood Figure of a Large Hornbill Bird Sculpture 65" Tall

Located in Rochester, NY

A 20th Century reproduction carved sculpture depicting a standing bird, supported on a domed base the feet extend to the legs with wings flared and bulbous belly. The craned neck wit...

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20th Century African Bohemian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Wood Female Bust Figurative Sculpture Mandinka Woman
African Wood Female Bust Figurative Sculpture Mandinka Woman

African Wood Female Bust Figurative Sculpture Mandinka Woman

Located in London, GB

The African wood female bust figurative sculpture of a Mandinka woman is a striking piece of art that encapsulates the cultural heritage and craftsmanship of West Africa.

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20th Century Gambian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Central African Carved Wood Ritual Male Figure
Central African Carved Wood Ritual Male Figure

Central African Carved Wood Ritual Male Figure

Located in San Francisco, CA

This standing male figure is a traditional African power or ancestral sculpture. The bared, pointed teeth and stylized open mouth are classic indicators of power or protection, expre...

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20th Century Abstract Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

George Lilanga African Art Yellow Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture
George Lilanga African Art Yellow Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture

George Lilanga African Art Yellow Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture

Located in Brescia, IT

Sculpture George Lilanga 2000 ca Tanzania, Africa Wood and Enamel Paint Signed "Lilanga" at the base George Lilanga is one of Tanzania’s best known artists internationally.

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Early 2000s Tanzanian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

George Lilanga African Art Green Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture
George Lilanga African Art Green Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture

George Lilanga African Art Green Figure Wood Enamel Sculpture

Located in Brescia, IT

Sculpture George Lilanga 2000 ca Tanzania, Africa Wood and Enamel Paint Signed "Lilanga" at the base George Lilanga is one of Tanzania’s best known artists internationally.

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Early 2000s Tanzanian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

"Cow Head - Bidjogo Tribe Portuguese Guinea, " Painted Wood from Africa
"Cow Head - Bidjogo Tribe Portuguese Guinea, " Painted Wood from Africa

"Cow Head - Bidjogo Tribe Portuguese Guinea, " Painted Wood from Africa

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Cow Head" is an animal sculpture by an unknown Bidjogo artist. The artist used painted wood, rope, animal horns, and plastic to make this naturalistic mask. 19" x 17" x 18" mask ...

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20th Century Sculptures

Materials

Plastic, Wood, Paint

Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decoration
Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decoration

Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decoration

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Hand-Carved African Head Sculpture in Patinated Wood – Mid-Century Decorative Piece Description: This is a wooden sculpture representing an African man's head, hand-carved with fine...

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20th Century French Art Deco Busts

Materials

Wood

1970s African Tribal Sculpture with Mask and Figures Carved in Wood
1970s African Tribal Sculpture with Mask and Figures Carved in Wood

1970s African Tribal Sculpture with Mask and Figures Carved in Wood

Located in Marbella, ES

A stunning, large-scale African tribal sculpture, carved from wood and richly decorated with geometric motifs in black, white, and ochre tones.

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Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures

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

"Messenger Mask Lega - Zaire, " Wood & Clay created in Africa circa 1925
"Messenger Mask Lega - Zaire, " Wood & Clay created in Africa circa 1925

"Messenger Mask Lega - Zaire, " Wood & Clay created in Africa circa 1925

Located in Milwaukee, WI

This mask, made out of wood and clay, was created by an unknown artist from the Lega tribe in Zaire. This mask was to be worn on the chest. 12 1/2" x 8 3/8" x 1 1/4" mask Bwami ma...

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1920s Sculptures

Materials

Clay, Wood

Large Antique East African Carved Wood & Bronze Antelope Deer Folk Art Sculpture
Large Antique East African Carved Wood & Bronze Antelope Deer Folk Art Sculpture

Large Antique East African Carved Wood & Bronze Antelope Deer Folk Art Sculpture

Located in Forney, TX

A large, rare, and most impressive antique hand carved and painted wood and metal stylized antelope African folk art sculpture with beautifully aged distressed patina.

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Antique Late 19th Century African Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A compatible pair of superbly crafted African busts in an extraordinary exotic hardwood. Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribe...

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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Kuba African Warthog Divining Figure tribal arts sculpture
Kuba African Warthog Divining Figure tribal arts sculpture

Kuba African Warthog Divining Figure tribal arts sculpture

Located in Wilton Manors, FL

Warthog Divining Figure. Kuba, DRC. Late 19th century. Carved wood with palm oil patina, 12.5 incehes (l), 3.25 inches (h), 2 5/8 inches (d). Loss evident at tip of right ear and on ...

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Late 19th Century Abstract Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Queen from Congo
19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Queen from Congo

19th Century Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Queen from Congo

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional hand wood carving of a woman probably African queen, beautiful face showing grace and resolute looking forward, white color finish and clear wax restoration. Professional...

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Antique 19th Century Congolese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Anthropomorphic african wooden sculpture, 1970s.
Anthropomorphic african wooden sculpture, 1970s.

Anthropomorphic african wooden sculpture, 1970s.

Located in Lisboa, PT

Anthropomorphic carved wooden sculpture statuette representing a man. Nigeria, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Nigerian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art
20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art

Located in Berlin, DE

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably century Very decorative. Comes from a Berlin private collection.

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20th Century African Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in
Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in

Hand-Carved Solid Wood African Woman Figure Sculpture – 100 cm / 39.4 in

Located in Turku, Finland

Origin & Wood: The sculpture is likely of East African (Makonde) origin, from Tanzania or Mozambique.

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Late 20th Century Tanzanian Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Natural size pair of african sculptures in noble wood representing giraffes
Natural size pair of african sculptures in noble wood representing giraffes

Natural size pair of african sculptures in noble wood representing giraffes

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Incredible and huge sculptures representing a couple of giraffes polychromed. Fantastic.

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Vintage 1950s Kenyan International Style Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Monumental African Baga Bansonyi Wood Serpent Snake Sculpture on Stand
Monumental African Baga Bansonyi Wood Serpent Snake Sculpture on Stand

Monumental African Baga Bansonyi Wood Serpent Snake Sculpture on Stand

Located in Studio City, CA

A monumental, very tall, quite engaging African Bansonyi serpent snake sculpture/ headdress/ mask by the Baga people who reside along the coast of Guinea Bissau.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Paint

Central African Wood Maternity Figure
Central African Wood Maternity Figure

Central African Wood Maternity Figure

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Central African Wood Maternity Figure The seated mother with child. Height 16 in., Width 4.5 in., Depth 5 in.

Category

20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African, Carved abstract animal sculpture
African, Carved abstract animal sculpture

African, Carved abstract animal sculpture

Located in London, GB

Wood H57 x W75 x D68 cm

Category

Antique 19th Century Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Category

20th Century Congolese Dutch Colonial Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Madonna and Baby Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, Rwanda
Madonna and Baby Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, Rwanda

Madonna and Baby Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, Rwanda

Located in Atlanta, GA

Tutsi tribe artist Ndatite Ilo from Rwanda carved this gorgeous African wood statue sculpture. This unique artwork features a beautiful black woman, often depicted as a Mother or Mad...

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20th Century Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Long Horn Gazelle Wooden Sculpture
African Long Horn Gazelle Wooden Sculpture

African Long Horn Gazelle Wooden Sculpture

Located in Long Island City, NY

African long horned gazelle wooden sculpture.

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Sculpture of a Figure Standing on a Leopard
African Sculpture of a Figure Standing on a Leopard

African Sculpture of a Figure Standing on a Leopard

Located in Queens, NY

Wooden African sculpture of a human figure standing on the back of a leopard.  

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20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Colossal Tree Trunk Sculpture, Africa 20th Century
Colossal Tree Trunk Sculpture, Africa 20th Century

Colossal Tree Trunk Sculpture, Africa 20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Nature has been a source of inspiration for artists, craftsmen, and to people of all trades since the dawn of time. This spike-shaped sculptural creation is ideal to bring a piece of...

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20th Century African Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Wood

Vintage Hand-Carved African Wood Mask Sculpture from Mid-20th Century
Vintage Hand-Carved African Wood Mask Sculpture from Mid-20th Century

Vintage Hand-Carved African Wood Mask Sculpture from Mid-20th Century

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage African Wood Decorative Mask Sculpture. Hand-carved African Mask from Ghana.

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

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s
Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s

Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand carved wood ebony African elephant. Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Solid Ebony Wood Hand-carved African elephant sculpture, crafted from dense solid ...

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Vintage 1950s Kenyan Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ebony

African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century
African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century

African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century

Located in Odense, DK

An organic, hand-carved wooden drum from West Africa, dating to the 1950–1960s. Crafted from solid wood, this piece carries both sculptural and functional qualities, blurring the lin...

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Mid-20th Century African Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Cowhide, Wood, Teak

"Jokwe Maternity, Angola, " Carved Wood created in Africa circa 1910
"Jokwe Maternity, Angola, " Carved Wood created in Africa circa 1910

"Jokwe Maternity, Angola, " Carved Wood created in Africa circa 1910

Located in Milwaukee, WI

"Jokwe Maternity, Angola" is a wood sculpture from Africa created circa 1910. The figure kneels on the ground holding a baby in her arms.

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1910s Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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Two African sculptures of man; carved wood with Emu egg
Two African sculptures of man; carved wood with Emu egg

Two African sculptures of man; carved wood with Emu egg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two African sculptures of man; carved wood with Emu egg; 42 in;

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20th Century Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Makonde African Wood Carvings and Sculptures from Tanzania
Makonde African Wood Carvings and Sculptures from Tanzania

Makonde African Wood Carvings and Sculptures from Tanzania

Located in Geneva, IL

These African wood carvings and sculptures have been intricately carved by Makonde tribal carvers out of Mpingo or black wood tree.

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Vintage 1960s African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood

1960s Carved Wood African Teak Female Nude Sculpture
1960s Carved Wood African Teak Female Nude Sculpture

1960s Carved Wood African Teak Female Nude Sculpture

Unavailable

H 17.33 in W 6.3 in D 3.55 in

1960s Carved Wood African Teak Female Nude Sculpture

Located in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

1960s hand-carved female nude sculpture in African teak. Measures: H 44cm x W 16cm x D 9cm.

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Mid-20th Century African Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Teak

Hagenauer Large Wood and Bronze African Warrior Sculpture
Hagenauer Large Wood and Bronze African Warrior Sculpture

Hagenauer Large Wood and Bronze African Warrior Sculpture

Unavailable

H 10.5 in W 12.5 in D 3.5 in

Hagenauer Large Wood and Bronze African Warrior Sculpture

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Toronto, ON

Very large stylized wood and bronze sculpture of African Warrior by Franz Hagenauer.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

North African 1970's Bronze Abstract Sculpture on Wood Base
North African 1970's Bronze Abstract Sculpture on Wood Base

North African 1970's Bronze Abstract Sculpture on Wood Base

Unavailable

H 20.87 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in

North African 1970's Bronze Abstract Sculpture on Wood Base

Located in Firenze, IT

Bronze abstract sculpture on wood base, perfect condition and vintage patina, North Africa 1970's circa.

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Vintage 1970s North African Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Hagenauer Carved Wood with Bronze Base Sculpture Head of African Woman, 1930
Hagenauer Carved Wood with Bronze Base Sculpture Head of African Woman, 1930

Hagenauer Carved Wood with Bronze Base Sculpture Head of African Woman, 1930

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Oakland, CA

Hagenauer wood sculpture Head of African Woman. This beautiful sculpture was designed and manufactured by Hagenauer in Vienna in the 1930s during the Art Deco era.

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1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Carved Wood African Bust
Carved Wood African Bust

Carved Wood African Bust

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 4.34 in D 5.91 in

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 ...

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Mid-20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved African Wood and Beaded Sculpture
Hand Carved African Wood and Beaded Sculpture

Hand Carved African Wood and Beaded Sculpture

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 20 in D 3.75 in

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. ...

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Late 20th Century Nigerian Busts

African Wood Macassar King and Keen Sculpture, circa 1930
African Wood Macassar King and Keen Sculpture, circa 1930

African Wood Macassar King and Keen Sculpture, circa 1930

Unavailable

H 13 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

African Wood Macassar King and Keen Sculpture, circa 1930

Located in Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Incredible couple of King and Keen Africans carved in Macassar Wood, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s Somali International Style Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Carved Hard Wood African Lions
Pair of Carved Hard Wood African Lions

Pair of Carved Hard Wood African Lions

Unavailable

H 9.06 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

Pair of Carved Hard Wood African Lions

Located in Paradise Point, Queensland

Pair of African carved hard wood lions, circa 1975.

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Vintage 1970s South African Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Powerful Tall Wood African Carved Pigmented Mask
Powerful Tall Wood African Carved Pigmented Mask

Powerful Tall Wood African Carved Pigmented Mask

Unavailable

H 47 in W 10.5 in D 12 in

Powerful Tall Wood African Carved Pigmented Mask

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

African Stunning Large pigmented mask- Yellow, red, beige, black-primitive in nature with an aesthetic befitting a power space. Solid Powerful Decorative Piece... Provenance: From ...

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20th Century African Tribal Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

Antique Statue, Sculpture of African Elephant Wood with Detail Overlay
Antique Statue, Sculpture of African Elephant Wood with Detail Overlay

Antique Statue, Sculpture of African Elephant Wood with Detail Overlay

Located in Halstead, GB

Artisanal antique statue - Sculpture of African elephant wood with detail overlay  The ears on this sculpture indicate an African Elephant however the detailed overlay suggests As...

Category

Vintage 1950s Gabonese Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Palmwood

African Beauty II, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan
African Beauty II, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

African Beauty II, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical knowledge with artistic talent. Carving several layers deep, Nairi Safaryan's expert ha...

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2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

African Beauty I, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan
African Beauty I, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

African Beauty I, Ebony, Boxwood, Cocobolo Wood sculpture by Nairi Safaryan

By Nairi Safaryan

Located in Santa Clarita, CA

Each stunning piece is hand carved to the limits of the wood's capacity by combining technical knowledge with artistic talent. Carving several layers deep, Nairi Safaryan's expert ha...

Category

2010s American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Other

African Honey Pot- Ambrosia Maple & Cocobolo Wood, Hand Carved with Lid
African Honey Pot- Ambrosia Maple & Cocobolo Wood, Hand Carved with Lid

African Honey Pot- Ambrosia Maple & Cocobolo Wood, Hand Carved with Lid

Located in Charlotte, NC

Charles Farrar is an internationally celebrated wood artist whose artworks honor the valuable skills and creative abilities that enslaved Africans brought with them to the North and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hagenauer Bronze and Wood African Dancer circa 1930
Hagenauer Bronze and Wood African Dancer circa 1930

Hagenauer Bronze and Wood African Dancer circa 1930

Located in New York, NY

A Hagenauer Art Deco Sculpture of a Kneeling African Dancer. Made of Bronze and Carved Dark Wood.

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Monumental Baga Snake Sculpture, Guinea, Africa
Monumental Baga Snake Sculpture, Guinea, Africa

Monumental Baga Snake Sculpture, Guinea, Africa

Unavailable

H 102 in W 14 in D 14 in

Monumental Baga Snake Sculpture, Guinea, Africa

Located in Hudson, NY

Beautifully carved and hand-painted. A great example of Baga Art.

Category

Mid-20th Century Guinean Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century
"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

Located in Coimbra, PT

Rare African art mask in carved wood from the Ivory Coast or Liberia 20th Century. This mask is carved in wood, representing female face in painted carved wood and shades of red, wit...

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20th Century Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century
"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

Located in Coimbra, PT

Rare African art mask in carved wood from the Ivory Coast or Liberia 20th Century. This mask is carved in wood, representing female face in painted carved wood and shades of red, wit...

Category

20th Century Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century
"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

"Dan Guéré" African Tribal Art Mask Sculpture from Ivory Coast, 20th Century

Located in Coimbra, PT

Rare African art mask in carved wood from the Ivory Coast or Liberia 20th Century. This mask is carved in wood, representing female face in painted carved wood and shades of red, wit...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Large African Fang Sculpture of Male Figure
Large African Fang Sculpture of Male Figure

Large African Fang Sculpture of Male Figure

Unavailable

H 18 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Large African Fang Sculpture of Male Figure

Located in Houston, TX

This carved fang sculpture of a male figure stands an impressive 18 inches high and has a great presence about it. Original patina and lovely carved details. At home in traditional, ...

Category

20th Century Gabonese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

West African Figure
West African Figure

West African Figure

Unavailable

H 62 in W 10 in D 10 in

West African Figure

Located in Stamford, CT

Hardwood West African Figure on Stand. Please note of wear consistent with age.

Category

Antique 19th Century African Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Songe Carved Wood African Figures, 20th Century
Pair Of Songe Carved Wood African Figures, 20th Century

Pair Of Songe Carved Wood African Figures, 20th Century

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Carved wood with cotton loin cloths , votive statues

Category

Early 20th Century Angolan Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Cotton

African Bronze Sculpture Signed A. Lambote Congolese School
African Bronze Sculpture Signed A. Lambote Congolese School

African Bronze Sculpture Signed A. Lambote Congolese School

By A. Lambote

Located in Brussels, BE

African Modernist bronze sculpture presenting a Mother with a child. Signed A. Lambote. Congolese school. Wooden socle.

Category

20th Century Congolese Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Big Wooden African Tribal Chief Head Sculpture
Magnificent Big Wooden African Tribal Chief Head Sculpture

Magnificent Big Wooden African Tribal Chief Head Sculpture

Unavailable

H 33.47 in W 11.82 in D 13.78 in

Magnificent Big Wooden African Tribal Chief Head Sculpture

Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland

Made of one piece of wood! Probably Tanzania 1950s Very expressive character. Great art. Measure: H x W x D 85cm x 30cm x 35cm.  

Category

Vintage 1950s Tanzanian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Carved Wood and Cast Metal African Woman Figure
Carved Wood and Cast Metal African Woman Figure

Carved Wood and Cast Metal African Woman Figure

Unavailable

H 8.75 in W 5 in D 2.25 in

Carved Wood and Cast Metal African Woman Figure

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Papaikou, HI

A very nicely carved and lyrical figure of an African woman done very much in the style of Hagenauer, bur lacking any signature. There is a hole in the very top of her head, indictin...

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

North African Pointy Wood Balgha Shoemakers Form
North African Pointy Wood Balgha Shoemakers Form

North African Pointy Wood Balgha Shoemakers Form

Unavailable

H 3.35 in W 10.24 in D 2.96 in

North African Pointy Wood Balgha Shoemakers Form

Located in Antwerp, BE

What a great sculptural object I have found! This is a vintage wood and metal North African shoemakers form to make leather balgha pointy shoes with upturned toes. A cool curiosity t...

Category

Early 20th Century Mounted Objects

Art Deco Hagenauer Workshop Ebonised Carved Wood African Head
Art Deco Hagenauer Workshop Ebonised Carved Wood African Head

Art Deco Hagenauer Workshop Ebonised Carved Wood African Head

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in London, GB

Carved in wood and ebonised with nickel plated necklace rings. Mounted on a circualr nickel plated base, the underside with staped factory marks.

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Sculptures

Huge Ethnographic Wood Carved Pair Bird Sculptures- Tycoon Provenance
Huge Ethnographic Wood Carved Pair Bird Sculptures- Tycoon Provenance

Huge Ethnographic Wood Carved Pair Bird Sculptures- Tycoon Provenance

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Impressive scale pair of 32 “ high. exotic large African wood baga bird ethnographic carved sculptures.

Category

Mid-20th Century African Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Chiwara Sculpture with Setting Bronze Sun
African Tribal Chiwara Sculpture with Setting Bronze Sun

African Tribal Chiwara Sculpture with Setting Bronze Sun

By Colleen Carlson

Located in New York City, NY

Chiwara with its bronze setting sun is a ceramic version of the renowned African Chiwara sculptures carved from wood. They are ritual objects used by the Bambara ethnic group in Ma...

Category

2010s American Tribal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Central African Bust Wall Sculptures 'Male and Female'
Central African Bust Wall Sculptures 'Male and Female'

Central African Bust Wall Sculptures 'Male and Female'

Unavailable

H 29.5 in W 14 in D 0.5 in

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. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Karl Hagenauer Carved Wood and Brass African Tribesman, circa 1950
Karl Hagenauer Carved Wood and Brass African Tribesman, circa 1950

Karl Hagenauer Carved Wood and Brass African Tribesman, circa 1950

By Karl Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in New York, NY

A Hagenauer Werkstatte carved wood and brass sculpture of an African tribesman holding a shield looking off to the distance.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

Unavailable

H 14 in W 8.5 in D 1 in

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

Located in New York, NY

Mask by Igbo People, Nigeria Ex Collection Robertson Gallery

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People
African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

Unavailable

H 21.5 in W 4 in D 6 in

African Tribal Mask by Igbo People

Located in New York, NY

Maji Mask made by Igbo People, Nigeria 21.5 x 4 in x 6 in Early 20th Century Ex collection Robertson Gallery

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

South African Gemsbok Oryx Horns Mount
South African Gemsbok Oryx Horns Mount

South African Gemsbok Oryx Horns Mount

Unavailable

H 38 in W 12 in D 3 in

South African Gemsbok Oryx Horns Mount

Located in Bastrop, TX

Newly mounted Gemsbok Oryx horns from South Africa. Measures: 38"H x 12"W x 3"D.

Category

20th Century South African Animal Sculptures

Materials

Horn, Wood

African American Boy Bust
African American Boy Bust

African American Boy Bust

Unavailable

H 13 in W 9 in D 4 in

African American Boy Bust

Located in Summerland, CA

Circa 1920 Wood and original polychrome. African American bust wearing yellow cap. Sits on a wooden platform.

Category

20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Bobo Tribe Large 67"
Antelope Tribal Wood, Pigment, Early 20th Century
African Bobo Tribe Large 67"
Antelope Tribal Wood, Pigment, Early 20th Century

African Bobo Tribe Large 67" Antelope Tribal Wood, Pigment, Early 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

TYPIFIED IN DERIVATIVE WORK BY PICASSO; CONTEMPORARY MODERN ART HAS INHERITED ASPECTS OF FORM AND CONTENT FROM THE AFRICAN AESTHETIC. UNJUSTLY CITED AS PRIMITIVE ART, AFRICAN SCULPTU...

Category

Mid-20th Century Burkinabe Tribal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Incredible Pair of Hand-Carved Wood Bust Sculptures of Tribal Shaman Figures
Incredible Pair of Hand-Carved Wood Bust Sculptures of Tribal Shaman Figures

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Lifesize Folk Art Wooden Sculpture
Lifesize Folk Art Wooden Sculpture

Lifesize Folk Art Wooden Sculpture

Unavailable

H 60 in W 16 in D 12 in

Lifesize Folk Art Wooden Sculpture

Located in Miami, FL

Incredible freestanding Folk Art sculpture of a French diplomat. The South Africans carved them to emulate their likeness.

Category

20th Century South African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Pair of Highly Stylized Hagenauer African Warriors
Pair of Highly Stylized Hagenauer African Warriors

Pair of Highly Stylized Hagenauer African Warriors

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Toronto, ON

Pair of large, highly stylized wood and bronze Hagenauer African Warriors. Each is signed: Hagenauer Wien, wHw, Made in Austria. Both warriors are 11 inches high.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage African Tribal Mask
Vintage African Tribal Mask

Vintage African Tribal Mask

Unavailable

H 32 in W 19 in D 10.5 in

Vintage African Tribal Mask

Located in Dallas, TX

Vintage African tribal mask from the ivory coast now mounted on museum stand. Provenance available.

Category

Mid-20th Century Ivorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Steel

African Baby Cradle
African Baby Cradle

African Baby Cradle

Unavailable

H 12 in W 25 in D 8.38 in

African Baby Cradle

Located in Bastrop, TX

Elevate any corner with this beautiful wood carved seat, foot stool, or decorative table setting. Get obsessed with the detail. Imagination not included. Decorative and useful. Unkno...

Category

Early 20th Century Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture
Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Unavailable

H 64.97 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Burnt natural Liana sculpture.

Category

20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture
Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Unavailable

H 63 in Dm 34.65 in

Burnt Natural Liana Sculpture

Located in Paris, FR

Burnt natural liana sculpture.

Category

20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Yoruba Body Mask, Nigeria Africa
Yoruba Body Mask, Nigeria Africa

Yoruba Body Mask, Nigeria Africa

Unavailable

H 16.93 in Dm 13.78 in

Yoruba Body Mask, Nigeria Africa

Located in Bern, CH

Hand-carved wooden Yoruba Gelede bund body mask for ritual male dancers, strong colors, Nigeria Africa, 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1970s Nigerian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Unity in Carved Wood
Unity in Carved Wood

Unity in Carved Wood

Unavailable

H 36 in W 24 in D 24 in

Unity in Carved Wood

Located in Austin, TX

The sculpture stands tall—a testament to the artisan’s reverence for tradition and community. The wood, rich and weathered, bears the weight of generations. Its grain tells stories o...

Category

20th Century African Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved African Elephant with Baby
Hand Carved African Elephant with Baby

Hand Carved African Elephant with Baby

Unavailable

H 10.24 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in

Hand Carved African Elephant with Baby

Located in Alton, GB

Hand carved african elephant with baby.

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Important African Statue, Igbo Nigéria, circa 1930
Important African Statue, Igbo Nigéria, circa 1930

Important African Statue, Igbo Nigéria, circa 1930

Unavailable

H 68.9 in W 12.21 in D 11.42 in

Important African Statue, Igbo Nigéria, circa 1930

Located in Paris, FR

The Igbo are one of Nigeria's three major ethnic groups, accounting for about 20% of the total population, concentrated in the south-east of the country. The Igbo culture (Heebo, Ib...

Category

Vintage 1930s Nigerian Other Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African wall sculpture
African wall sculpture

African wall sculpture

Unavailable

H 36.62 in W 9.06 in D 1.97 in

African wall sculpture

Located in NANTES, FR

Tall African wooden sculpture, that was probably used originally to prepare food. Its got a great patina and is really warm. Some parts seem to be missing, and the piece has cracks (...

Category

Mid-20th Century African Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

Zulu Pipe with Masterful Inlay in Wood
Zulu Pipe with Masterful Inlay in Wood

Zulu Pipe with Masterful Inlay in Wood

Unavailable

H 3.5 in W 6 in D 1 in

Zulu Pipe with Masterful Inlay in Wood

Located in New York, NY

Zulu Pipe with Masterful Inlay in Wood Though it is unclear how precisely the pewter inlay on this pipe was accomplished, it appears that a zig-zag design was created by chipping ou...

Category

Early 20th Century South African Tribal Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Makonde Mask, Tanzania East Africa, Early 20th Century
Makonde Mask, Tanzania East Africa, Early 20th Century

Makonde Mask, Tanzania East Africa, Early 20th Century

Unavailable

H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 10.24 in

Makonde Mask, Tanzania East Africa, Early 20th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Makonde mask, Tanzania, East Africa early 20th century Dimension: 23 x 15 x 25 cm Dimension with stand: 28 x 15 x 26 cm Helmet mask Makonde, Tanzania. Hard wood with very old pa...

Category

Early 20th Century Tanzanian Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Colonial Art Deco Style Copperware Panel with Rich Patina, 2 African Women, 1984
Colonial Art Deco Style Copperware Panel with Rich Patina, 2 African Women, 1984

Colonial Art Deco Style Copperware Panel with Rich Patina, 2 African Women, 1984

By Tshiasuma

Located in L'Etang, FR

Beautiful copper panel. Handwork of a African Artist, the patina is wonderful. Signed and dated: "Tshiasuma 84". Dimensions: 51 cm x 39 cm x 2 cm.

Category

Vintage 1980s African Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal, Copper

Atang Tshikare, Bronze Sculpture, "PEO E ATANG"
Atang Tshikare, Bronze Sculpture, "PEO E ATANG"

Atang Tshikare, Bronze Sculpture, "PEO E ATANG"

Unavailable

H 22.84 in W 14.18 in D 26.78 in

Atang Tshikare, Bronze Sculpture, "PEO E ATANG"

By Atang Tshikare

Located in Cape Town, WC

"Peo e Atang" is a celebration by artist Atang Tshikare in honor of his firstborn son Peo. The word Peo means seed or beginning and Atang means to grow or multiply. Together they mea...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

African Hand Carved Pair of Black and White Rhinos
African Hand Carved Pair of Black and White Rhinos

African Hand Carved Pair of Black and White Rhinos

Unavailable

H 5.91 in W 3.94 in D 9.85 in

African Hand Carved Pair of Black and White Rhinos

Located in Alton, GB

Charming pair of hand carved wooden rhinos, one white rhino and white black rhino.

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hagenauer Werkstätte "African Child under Palm Tree" Art Deco 1940
Hagenauer Werkstätte "African Child under Palm Tree" Art Deco 1940

Hagenauer Werkstätte "African Child under Palm Tree" Art Deco 1940

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien

Located in Berlin, DE

Art Deco figure, circa 1940. Designed and made by Hagenauer Werkstätte, Vienna. Brass, dark brown patinated, wood. Measurements: Height: 9.84 in ( 25 cm ), Width: 3.54 in ( 9 cm ), D...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

African Fanti Akua’ba Fertility Doll from Ghana
African Fanti Akua’ba Fertility Doll from Ghana

African Fanti Akua’ba Fertility Doll from Ghana

Unavailable

H 18.25 in W 3 in D 1.5 in

African Fanti Akua’ba Fertility Doll from Ghana

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is a well-executed example of one of Africa’s most recognizable fertility idols, the Akuaba doll. Like most tribes, the Fanti hold fertility in extremely high regard; those soci...

Category

Mid-20th Century Ghanaian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

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African Wood Sculptures For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of African wood sculptures available for sale. Each of these unique African wood sculptures was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 640 antique and vintage African wood sculptures in-stock, while there are 49 modern editions to choose from as well. African wood sculptures have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. African wood sculptures bearing folk art or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many African wood sculptures are appealing in their simplicity, but Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Egg Designs and Karl Hagenauer produced popular African wood sculptures that are worth a look.

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