Congo Antique

Gordon's Tribal Arts Gallery in NYC in the early 1970s, this is a hand-carved wood "Songye Kifwebe" mask made in the Congo during the 19th Century. It measures approximately 11.75" ...

This is a very rare Palm Wine Cup from the Kuba people of Congo. Carved in the early part of the 20th century , possibly earlier.

The Musee du Quai Branly Jacques Chirac in Paris held an exhibition on Christian-related art from the Congo in 2017. A catalogue Du Jordain au Congo: Art et Christianisme en Afrique ...

A Powerful Kongo Fetish Figure Wood, metal, cloth, nails, glass Areas of dark, black lacquered patina, worn through from use The cavity to the stomach now empty Kongo Peoples, Dem...

Unique African mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently worked on and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The artist used ...

Songye Kifwebe Mask, D.R. Congo – late 19th / early 20th century Important early Kifwebe mask from the Songye people, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Antique Katanga cross copper currency ingot from Central Africa, 9 x 12 in, 2.5 lbs. 9” x 12” 2.5 lbs

Shoowa Prestige Cloth Kuba Shoowa peoples DR Congo, Kasai Region Raffia palm fiber, natural dyes, cut-pile and stem stitch embroidery 22.5 x 20.5 inches (52 x 52 cm)

Gordon's Tribal Arts Gallery in NYC in the early 1970s, this is a cast iron Senufo Kpelie mask from the western coast of Africa - the Ivory Coast or Mozambique (formerly The Congo). ...

Antique African handstitched Kuba textile fragment made in three colors and framed. Under double glass frame. Rare collectible and decorative piece.

Decorated blade, Democratic Republic of Congo. A forged iron sword with elegant, hammered flaring blade, old, oxidized surface, old brass strip wrapped handle.

A collection of 13 Shoowa Prestige Cloths (called mbwiin in Kuba language) Kuba Shoowa peoples DR Congo, Kasai Region Raffia palm fiber, natural dyes, cut-pile and stem stitch embr...

Signée en bas à droite et datée en 1925, situé au Congo. Dimensions sans cadre : H : 29 cm L : 19 cm Dimensions avec cadre : H : 51.7 cm L : 45 cm P : 3.7 cm

This piece is part of the rich basketry tradition of the Kingdom of Kongo, in the Lower Congo and Angola regions. Within this tradition, utilitarian containers became true works of t...

Elegant terracotta vessel from the Mangbetu people, northeastern Congo (DRC). Polished dark gray clay, decorated with engraved, fine geometric patterns.

Contemporary African single mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently processed and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The...

A Large Finely Carved ‘Cup Carrier’ of a Women with Child Superb colour and rich patina 
Wood Tschokwe, Democratic Republic of Congo Early 20th Century Size: 42cm high - 16½ ins ...

Rare pair of African sandals, with beautifully articulated little Luba 'Kifwebe' (mask) heads as toe holds. Wonderful aged 'footprints' produced from great use.

Mbuti Ituri (Congo) traditional handpainted Pygmee bark cloth. +/- 1920 These cloths we're made from the inside of the bark of the Ficus latex tree.

Mbuti Ituri (Congo) traditional handpainted Pygmee bark cloth. +/- 1920 These cloths we're made from the inside of the bark of the Ficus latex tree.

An early 20th century (possibly late 19th century) African Legband (ankle bracelet) of copper alloy, from Mongo Peoples of the Congo. These legbands were both currency and status sym...

Incredible old african mask in noble wood circa 1900 attributed to SONGYE people.

A Songye Male ‘Power’ Figure Open aperture to the head and stomach Fine overall patina, loss to feet Democratic Republic of Congo 19th Century Size: 23cm high - 9 ins high The ...

An elongated rectangular box with a removable lid, made of plant fibers and adorned with a rich two-tone geometric design. Its rounded corners and low profile emphasize the elegance ...

A whimsical and playful early 20th century leopard-form mancala game board carved with the board resting on the leopard's back and with a patina that only a hundred years of use coul...

This unusual mask reproduces the feature of the sculpture of the north-eastern Hemba. The mask was collected at Karambare in the 1930s by Dr. R. Sulsenti, at the time practicing in t...

Benin brass Armlets or Anklets A pair of heavy Brass armlets with three rows of cowrie shells, Certainly a well worn pair one slightly twisted. They have been cleaned at some point. ...

Beautiful Yaka flywhisk from the southwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo, dating from the early 20th century. Such objects were reserved for chiefs and diviners (nganga), servi...

A rare women’s ceremonial dance skirt from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a strong artistic textile tradition, the Kuba people inhabit the fertile lands be...

Traditionally theses wooden mask were used in the series of initiation rituals of the Ngbaka people of present-day Democratic Republic of Congo. Known as ‘Gaza’, meaning ‘that which ...

This rare, monumental monoxyl ceremonial shield is an exceptional work of tribal sculpture, bridging the gap between warrior regalia and three-dimensional figurative art. Entirely ca...

Noblewoman’s Ceremonial Overskirt Shoowa People, DR Congo First half 20th century Raffia, palm fiber, stem stitch and cut pile embroidery 49 x 23 ins

A large cabinet example of a silky fibrous malachite specimen sourced from Congo, presented on a bespoke medium base for interior display.

This stunning specimen is sourced from Congo’s Kulukuluku Mine, known for its high-quality malacholla specimens.

The Ngelima people, indigenous to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, valued such currency pieces not only for trade but also as symbols of wealth and status within their community.

Incredilble old African mask in noble wood circa 1900.

With its many blades and dramatic form, this impressive throwing knife would have been a status symbol and a form of currency among the Ngombe peoples of what is now the Democratic R...

This rare, almost circular-shaped masks, belongs to the Ekanga secret society and would have been kept in baskets at the heart of their sanctuaries. The minimalist style and the whit...

A rare and exceptional slit drum from the Mangbetu culture – Democratic Republic of Congo A Mangbetu “nedundu” type drum, originating from the northeastern region of the Democratic ...

Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire), Kuba Culture, Shoowa People, Late 19th-early 20th century.

This is a pair of African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo Meno peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire) which are nicely presented upon cu...

The Sceptres are made of the Midrib of Palm tree leaves. They were uses by the members of the Lilwaa Secret Society of the Mbole Tribe that live in the South -Western part of Kongo. ...

Incredible African old vitrine in noble wood circa 1800.

This sculptural metal form is a Mbole currency anklet from the early 20th century. Worn by both men and women, this type of leg ornament (ambi) was worn at the ankle as ceremonial at...

A large natural silky or fibrous malachite originating from Congo. Silky Malachite, which is a copper ore, is known for its rosette crystalline formation, and are often sparkling in ...

A naturally occurring blue-green botryoidal chrysocolla mineral specimen, originating from Kalukuluku in Congo and presented on one of our exclusive painted plaster display plinths.

Early carved wood Salampasu Warrior's Mask with black finish, Zaire, Africa early 20th century, remains of black and white pigments, on custom stand. Strong angular cubist mask wit...

Chrysocolla after Azurite with Malachite coated with druzy Quartz Tenke-Fungurume area, Kolwezi mining dist, Lualaba, DR Congo 9.2cm tall x 10.7cm wide A highly aesthetic cabinet sp...

An African iron currency blade or sword from Nkutshu, the Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), of the Topoke, Songo and Meno peoples, which is nicely presented upon a custom metal s...

Painted bark with traditional Kuba patterns. This is a dance outfit, the wearer would be masked.

Prized since ancient times as an ornamental stone, deposits of malachite are found across the globe but specimens from Congo offer some of the world’s finest. Cave Stalagmite The b...

African Bronze - Mongo Ekonda People, Democratic Republic of Congo, bronze anklet currency bracelet, with fine incised decoration.

The Mangbetu people once reigned over a flourishing kingdom in northeastern Congo. Hence their traditional art flourished around the court.

An exceptional malachite from Democratic Republic of the Congo, this piece captivates with its intense deep green color and extraordinary velvet texture.

Tourmaline Rubaya, Bahunde, Masisi Territory, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo Measures: 5.1 cm tall x 2 cm wide.

African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector before 1960s (ca. 19...

The Shi are an ethnic group located in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, (Zaire), mainly located in the South Kivu province.

No. 1141 Place of origin: Mashamba West Mine, Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo Height (Including Stand): 22.5 cm Dimensions: H 17.5 cm x W 14 cm x D 11 cm Weight: 1 kg Condition...

Lega People, DRC. Two ceremonial bone Hairpins from the Lega people in DRC.

Yaka community leaders have a number of items that form part of their royal collection. One of these items is the kopa ceremonial cup (also called koopa or mbassa; used by the Suku t...