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Antique African Tribal Carved Bone TOTEM Ceremonial Pipe
Antique African Tribal Carved Bone TOTEM Ceremonial Pipe

Antique African Tribal Carved Bone TOTEM Ceremonial Pipe

Located in Forney, TX

An unusual and whimsical figural TOTEM carved bone ceremonial pipe, displayed raised on a custom wooden Stand. Outstanding patina. Superb condition. Dimensions: (approx) Pipe...

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Early 20th Century Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bone, Wood

Gabonese Tsogo Ceremonial Spoon, Hand-Carved Bone, 20th Century Art
Gabonese Tsogo Ceremonial Spoon, Hand-Carved Bone, 20th Century Art

Gabonese Tsogo Ceremonial Spoon, Hand-Carved Bone, 20th Century Art

Located in Queens, NY

Gabonese mid 20th century ceremonial spoon of the Tsogo people depicting a carved male figure in ceremonial dress, pigmented and adorned with fabrics and raffia

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20th Century African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

1950s African Antelope Skull
1950s African Antelope Skull

1950s African Antelope Skull

Located in Dallas, TX

1950s African Antelope skull with horns.

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Vintage 1950s African Decorative Art

Materials

Bone

African Mother and Daughter Tribal Figures
African Mother and Daughter Tribal Figures

African Mother and Daughter Tribal Figures

Located in Asheville, NC

Graceful pair of sleek carved standing African female figures poised upon discs of contrasting dark hardwood most likely from the Ivory Coast.

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Antique 19th Century South African Tribal Art

Materials

Bone, Hardwood

New African Cape Buffalo Skull - Taxidermy Wall Art Decor
New African Cape Buffalo Skull - Taxidermy Wall Art Decor

New African Cape Buffalo Skull - Taxidermy Wall Art Decor

Located in Farmington, UT

This African Cape Buffalo skull is in excellent condition and completely unused, making it a standout piece for collectors, wildlife enthusiasts, or those looking to add a bold, natu...

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2010s African Taxidermy

Materials

Bone

West African Hunter's Protective Tunic with Ritual Amulets — 20th Century
West African Hunter's Protective Tunic with Ritual Amulets — 20th Century

West African Hunter's Protective Tunic with Ritual Amulets — 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful African Armor brings ancient feelings to your space while adding depth and magic. Hang this item on the wall of your home to add ritual and wonder to your space. This...

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Vintage 1950s Cameroonian Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bone, Earthenware, Cord, Driftwood

New African Giraffe Skull - Taxidermy Home Decor and Wall Art
New African Giraffe Skull - Taxidermy Home Decor and Wall Art

New African Giraffe Skull - Taxidermy Home Decor and Wall Art

Located in Farmington, UT

This African giraffe skull is in excellent, unused condition, measuring 24" L x 10" W x 15" H. Expertly preserved and presented in its original components, the skull showcases the un...

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2010s African Taxidermy

Materials

Bone

Kota Reliquary Sculpture, Handmade Wood and Bronze, Tribal Art, Africa
Kota Reliquary Sculpture, Handmade Wood and Bronze, Tribal Art, Africa

Kota Reliquary Sculpture, Handmade Wood and Bronze, Tribal Art, Africa

Located in Queens, NY

Gabonese 20th c. Reliquary hand made by the Kota people depicting a 2-sided / faced abstract figure with domed eyes and hooked noses, crafted from carved wood, copper and bronze

Category

20th Century African Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bone

Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla
Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla

Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla

Located in Buffalo, NY

Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla,, Extremely well executed,, all hand carved,, remnants of original hair, bone eyes and teeth detail.

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Vintage 1910s Cameroonian Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bone, Wood

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African Hardwood and Carved Bone Early 20th Century Walking Stick
African Hardwood and Carved Bone Early 20th Century Walking Stick

African Hardwood and Carved Bone Early 20th Century Walking Stick

Located in GB

This unusual walking stick dates to the early 20th century and is made from a dense exotic hardwood similar in weight to ebony with a pronounced lighter feathery grain. The handle is...

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Vintage 1920s African Other Tribal Art

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Gold and Gemstone Carved Bone African Cheetah Animal Ring
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Gold and Gemstone Carved Bone African Cheetah Animal Ring

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Gold and Gemstone Carved Bone African Cheetah Animal Ring

Located in Champions State Gate, FL

This vintage animal ring is crafted from animal bone that is hand carved in incredible detail and an depicts African cheetah and features blue turquoise stone stone as one eye of the...

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Spinel, Turquoise, 14k Gold

"Africa Deep in My Bones" Mixed media portrait of woman w/ with floral headdress

"Africa Deep in My Bones" Mixed media portrait of woman w/ with floral headdress

By Janice Frame

Located in Edgartown, MA

"As an African-American artist in today’s world, I embody the vast differences found in our collective backgrounds. I view them as cultural assets. We are always self discovering and...

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2010s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Resin, Paper, Mixed Media

LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace
LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace

LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Sterling Silver Floral Brooch and vintage Faux Tortoise Bakelite Buckle Necklace. Vintage carved round Bone beads, African painted Ceramic tu...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Vintage African Bwoom Helmet Mask from the Kuba People of the Republic of Congo
Vintage African Bwoom Helmet Mask from the Kuba People of the Republic of Congo

Vintage African Bwoom Helmet Mask from the Kuba People of the Republic of Congo

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

One of the three royal masks, the Bwoom is one of the oldest mask types used by the Kuba people who live in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is said to have been introduced in th...

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Late 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bronze

Water Buffalo Skull
Water Buffalo Skull

Water Buffalo Skull

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H 26 in W 35 in D 11 in

Water Buffalo Skull

Located in New York, NY

Rare water buffalo skull. Can be hanged on a wall.

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Vintage 1930s African Decorative Art

Materials

Bone

Seven Antique Animal Trophies
Seven Antique Animal Trophies

Seven Antique Animal Trophies

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H 11.03 in W 11.03 in D 19.69 in

Seven Antique Animal Trophies

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Seven antique animal trophies.  

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Early 20th Century African Country Tribal Art

Materials

Bone

African Bone Beads in Natural
African Bone Beads in Natural

African Bone Beads in Natural

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H 12 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in

African Bone Beads in Natural

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Natural African bone beads Each one is unique, we have several available. Measures: 12" length from top knot to bottom.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bone

African Bone Sculpture
African Bone Sculpture

African Bone Sculpture

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H 17.25 in W 9.75 in D 6.5 in

African Bone Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Luba tribe, Congo. Extremely rare sculpture carved from a male elephant skull. Excellent patina. Note: Not ivory (documentation upon request)

Category

20th Century Folk Art Tribal Art

African Bone Sculpture
African Bone Sculpture

African Bone Sculpture

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H 11.5 in W 3 in D 4 in

African Bone Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Luba tribe, Congo. Extremely rare sculpture carved from a male elephant skull. Excellent patina. Note: Not ivory (documentation upon request)

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20th Century Congolese Folk Art Tribal Art

African Asante Figure
African Asante Figure

African Asante Figure

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H 25 in W 14 in D 13 in

African Asante Figure

Located in Montecito, CA

Carved African Asante figure from Ghana. Eyes and teeth are ivory or bone. Archetypal female is seated on stool typical to this region. Traces of original paint

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Early 20th Century African Folk Art Tribal Art

Materials

Wood, Ivory, Bone

Multiple Strands of Bone Beads
Multiple Strands of Bone Beads

Multiple Strands of Bone Beads

Located in New York, NY

A set of five ivory colored bone bead necklaces strung on rafia and knotted together. Also available in dark ebony.

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Antique 19th Century African Tribal Tribal Art

Materials

Bone, Raffia

elephant skull
elephant skull

elephant skull

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H 26 in W 40 in D 33 in

elephant skull

Located in St. Helena, CA

elephant skull from zimbabwe, africa, 2004

notarized certificate of authenticity included

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Primitives

Materials

Bone

Kudu Horns Wall Sculpture
Kudu Horns Wall Sculpture

Kudu Horns Wall Sculpture

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H 38 in W 21 in D 4 in

Kudu Horns Wall Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Kudos goes to these kudu horns! Spirally outward from their wall-mount, they are finished in matte buttermilk-white wash.

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20th Century African Decorative Art

Materials

Bone

Old Skull and Beautiful Horns
Old Skull and Beautiful Horns

Old Skull and Beautiful Horns

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H 24 in W 14 in D 7 in

Old Skull and Beautiful Horns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very decorative set of dried out skull and long twisty horns. I don't know the kind of animal, but it has a great look.

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Vintage 1960s African Decorative Art

Materials

Bone, Horn

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