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Place of Origin: African
Dan Prestige Wood Spoon with Legs, Ivory Coast, West Africa on custom base
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Dan carved wood prestige spoon or ladle, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Spoons like this were used by the most prominent woman in the village as a sign of her powe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Pair of Iron Spatulate Currencies, Chamba or Mambila, Cameroon or Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair of iron flat spatulate currency pieces, made by the Chamba or Mambila peoples of Cameroon or Nigeria
Mid 20th century or older.
10 1/2 inches high for larger currency. Pair mo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Collection of 8 Mid 20th Century Ashanti Cast Brass Gold Weights
Located in Hudson, NY
This collection of weights from the Ashanti tribe was gathered in Ghana in the middle of the 20th century. The casting of brass or bronze has been a long-standing tradition of the Ashanti tribes in this region since the 17th century but comes from the longer tradition of the Akan peoples as far back as the 1400s and continues to this day. Through trade in gold dust theses, regins have been powerful and demanding locations creating rich artistic traditions. The production of gold weights...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Crinoid Fossil from Morocco
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully preserved Crinoid fossil showcases intricate arm structures radiating from a compact calyx, all naturally embedded in sandstone matrix. With distinct detail and orga...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Modern Etched Brass Coaster Bar Set Presented in an Agate Decorated Lucite Box
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
These modern brass coasters are etched with a snakeskin animal pattern and are presented in a Lucite box decorated with a Rose Quartz Agate cabochon.
This unique and bespoke coaster set is part of the Egg Designs Dawa luxury bar set collection and will be a great addition to any home cocktail...
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Quartz, Brass
Baule Ndoma Mask from the Ivory Coast
Located in Long Island City, NY
Baule Ndoma Mask from the Ivory Coast.
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Protea And Butterfly Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box
Introducing the Protea Butterfly Jewelry Box, a captivating ceramic piece crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Afric...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage African Bronze Sculpture of a Drummer, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual vintage African bronze sculpture. A sitting drummer - drumplayer. It was brought from Africa in the 1970s. Naive - primitive styling and a strong patina. This piece is not si...
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Pair of African Tribal Live Edge African Sculptural Panels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of exotic hard wood panels with hand carved wood tribal male and female figures. Each panel with three hand carvings spaced evenly on the panels, mid-20th century. 53.5 inches...
Category
1950s Tribal Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Ceramic Flamingo Urn , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Flamingo Urn Hand-Painted by Zinhle and Sculpted by Sbusiso
Discover the captivating beauty of the Flamingo Urn, a striking ceramic masterpiece crafted by the talented artists Zinhl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Cheetah Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by George & Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Wiseman Ndlovu at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Cheetah tureen stands 15 inches high, with dimensions of 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bamileke beaded Collar or Torque
Located in Leuven , BE
Bamileke beaded Collar or Torque, Cameroon
Private collection Brussels
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Beads
Vintage Congolese Fertility Icon
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Congolese fertility wood carved icon. In my organic, contemporary, vintage and mid-century modern aesthetic.
Category
20th Century Organic Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Orange-Brown Banded Jasper Point
Located in New York, NY
Unusual orange and brown banded jasper point from Madagascar.
Category
2010s Grand Tour African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Metallic Studded Bambara Figure by Brian Stanziale
By Brian Stanziale
Located in Chicago, IL
In an exclusive collaboration with pagoda red, Chicago artist the bms. adds a contemporary twist to our collection of one-of-a-kind African art objects. Guided by its geometric line work, the bms. uses...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Elephant Candlestick in cast bronze - handmade
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Unique and handmade functional art in cast bronze. Bronze candlestick with elephant and acacia tree motif with traditional patina. Each piece is individually sculpted, cast and hand ...
Category
2010s Rustic African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Tall Palm Leaf Basket
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Tall Palm Leaf Basket. Woven for us on the western coast of Morocco using the distinct pale palm leaf tightly woven with simple handles.
Workshop Report:
Contemporary product woven ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century African Milk Vessel Uganda Hima Ekyanzi
Located in Vancouver, BC
An incredibly unique wooden vessel carved from a single piece of wood in Uganda. The shape, design and decorative nature of this piece separates from anything else you will find.
Th...
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Aluminum
Wooden Sculpture of the 19th century: Head of African with Gilded Decorations
By A. Manzoni
Located in Villa Verucchio, Emilia-Romagna
Introduction: A Historic and Significant Work of Art
We explore the artistry and beauty of a large wooden sculpture dating from the late 1800s, depicting the head of an African with ...
Category
1880s Colonial Revival Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Primitive Polished Marble Stone Sculpture
Located in Skokie, IL
Primitive Polished Marble Stone Sculpture
This striking sculpture is a primitive piece of unknown age and origin, but likely from Africa. It has been hand-carved of polished marble ...
Category
20th Century Primitive African Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Iron
Love Art Ceramic Monkey Urn Pair, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The Monkey urn pair, meticulously crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, epitomizes the fusion of artistry and cultural symbolism. Hand-sculpted by the skilled hands of Zimhle,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Hoopoe Vase, a stunning creation by Sbusiso Ndaba and hand-painted by Zinhle Nene at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, intertwines nature and artistry. Standing at 14 inc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
African Luba Mboko Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Receiving guidance from tribal ancestors was a central aspect of the Luba people's spiritual practices. This ceramic spiritually significant vessel is topped with a crossed leg figure whose head has an opening critical for a divination ritual. Known as an mboko, this handled vessel would have been filled with items like antelope horns, shells, dried beetles, human teeth...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of 3 Large Natural Cabinet Minerals
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A collection of 3 large natural mineral specimens, each presented on an exclusive medium neoclassical style plaster plinth.
Each impressive cabinet specimen, including a Chalcedony,...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Ngombe Throwing Knife, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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 o...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Kuba Beaded Laket Prestige Cap
By Kuba
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Fabric
Pair of African Iron Sword Currencies on Custom Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
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 custom metal stands. Such blades were used by various tribal groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a form of currency. They were used to close a variety of important transactions such as land deals or the proposal of marriage. These African sword...
Category
19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Iron
Ceramic Crocodile Candle Holders , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crocodile Candlestick: Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba
The Crocodile Candlestick is an extraordinary piece of ceramic art from South Africa, blending funct...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Nupe Incised Water Vessel
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this water vessel, received detailed attention. The vessel's varied texture...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tigger Cookie Jar , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Nqobile at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Tiger cookie jar measures 11 inches high, with dimensions o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Cylinder Cheetah Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Cheetah tureen from Wiseman Ceramics is a striking example of African craftsmanship. Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and hand-painted by Painted-R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Nguni Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
This vibrant ceramic Nguni ornament, crafted by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a detailed tribute to the beloved Nguni cattle, skillfully hand-sculpted by Mbeke and vividly pain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Collection of 5 Cabinet Scale Minerals
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An impressive and varied collection of 5 natural mineral specimens.
Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this set are a range of outstanding large cabinet specimens formed over millions of years, each with their own impressive colours, characteristics, and qualities.
Featuring in this striking collection is a vivid green amazonite, a brilliant cobalt displaying a lustre of various blues and purples and a charming aegirine and zircon.
An azurite and malachite specimen are also included; azurite is a soft, deep-blue copper mineral...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
African Tuareg Hand-Tooled Black Leather Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand tooled black leather box from Africa.
Very fine workmanship with tribal traditional African symbols on black leather.
Tuareg style probably Maurit...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art African Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather
Ceramic Giraffe teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Teapot: Hand-Painted by Winnie and Sculpted by Sfiso
The Giraffe Teapot is a delightful fusion of functionality and artistry, crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Fossil Prepped Ammonite From Madagascar
Located in New York, NY
Madagascar ammonites can date as far back as 110 million years. This 1.31 lb. specimen has been expertly fossil cleaned or prepped to reveal the finely formed spines and shell. Ammon...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Collection of Dagari Spirit Figures From Burkina Faso
Located in Hudson, NY
This impressive collection of four carved wood figures are from the landlocked African country of Burkina Faso. This nation bordered by 6 other countries ...
Category
1930s Tribal Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Collection of 5 Natural Mineral Specimens
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking collection of 5 natural mineral specimens.
Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this set are a range of outstanding large cabinet specimens formed over millions of years, each with their own impressive colours, characteristics, and qualities.
Included in this stunning collection is a Salrose, derived from the French ’salt...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire.
This colorful example of African beadwork is a ceremonial doll...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art African Decorative Objects
Materials
Twine, Cotton, Wood
26.70 Carats Natural Tri Color Tourmaline Drill Carving For Pendant Jewellery
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Product Information:
Gemstone Type: Tourmaline Carving
Weight: 26.70 Carat
Dimension: H: 2.6 x W: 1.6 x D: 0.7 Cm
Origin: Africa
Treatment: None
.
This exquisite Tri Color Tourmali...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Adam Style African Decorative Objects
Materials
Tourmaline
Ceramic Pomegranate Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Pomegranate, Butterfly Jewelry Box
Discover the captivating "Pomegranate, Butterfly Jewelry Box," a remarkable piece of ceramic art crafted in South Africa by the creative minds of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Lelapa Hand Carved and Cast Solid Brass Decorative HORN TOTEM Sculpture
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our TOTEM sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair trade. We t...
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Steel
Ceramic Leopard And Cub Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Nqobile at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Leopard with cub sculpture measures 7 inches high, with dimensions o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Moroccan Ceramic Bowl from Fez 1940's Moorish Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Hand-Painted and Handcrafted Moroccan Ceramic Bowl or Wall Art Decorative Plate,
Large Moroccan ceramic bowl handcrafted in Fez by artisans.
Hand painted Moorish ceramic plat...
Category
Early 20th Century Islamic African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Protea jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic protea box is a stunning testament to the artistry of South African craftsmanship. Handmade and painted with meticulous detail, it captures the beauty of the iconic prot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mother and Child , Cameroon, Mabea, 1920-1930, Provenance R. Caillois-P.Ratton
Located in Leuven , BE
Standing Fang Mabea Maternity of Museum quality, holding a pestle with both her hands. The mother's head is slightly turned to the left, while the child, which she carries on her bac...
Category
1920s Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood
Handmade Tamegroute Vase 7 by Contemporary Orientalism
Located in Geneve, CH
Handmade tamegroute vase 7 by Contemporary Orientalism
Dimensions: D 40 x H 60 cm
Materials: Pottery of tamegroute natural handmade.
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Celestine geode with twinned crystals
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Celestine Geode - Harmony and Serenity
Immerse yourself in the soothing world of lithotherapy with our magnificent Celestine geode. This unique, naturally formed piece is carefully ...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which Have Been Danced
Located in Miami, FL
Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which have been Danced.
Offered for sale is a Nigerian Yoruba Gelede headdress mask topped with movable marionettes which have b...
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Textile, String, Wood, Paint
African Bracelet Made Into A Dish
Located in Tampa, FL
A silver and brass bracelet made into a dish or a glass holder. African, early 19th century.
Category
Early 1900s Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Brass
Late 19th Cent. Kuba Drum W Honey Brown Patina - Harry Franklin Collection
Located in Culver City, CA
A tall and elegant wood pedestal drum with a fully-carved face on the side, and two registers of incised linear designs above and below. It has an absolutely gorgeous honey-brown pa...
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Zebra EggCup , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Zebra Eggcup Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sabelo Khoza
Discover the charm of this delightful zebra eggcup, a striking ceramic piece crafted by the talented artists Zi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Decorative Egyptian Pharaoh Statue on Marble Base, Grand Tour Souvenir
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautifully crafted statue of an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, I believe it is Ramses the 2nd however I am not completely sure. The statue appears to be made of copper or white metal. ...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Metal
Hand Carved Malachite Hippo
Located in Houston, TX
Beautifully carved malachite hippo. Great addition to any collection!
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Metalized Skull of a Warthog
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Metalized skull of a warthog. The skull is provided with a real metal layer which has been corroded making it a beautiful patina.
The skull is mounted on ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone
Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads
Located in Leuven , BE
Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon.
Ex J.Klejman Paris
The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colourful minia...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Beads
Polished Jigsaw Ammonite Fossil
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A complete prehistoric polished jigsaw ammonite fossil, originating from Madagascar, presented on an exclusive museum-quality painted plaster base. A natural historical artefact, pre...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Precious Stone
Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the charming "Elephant Candlesticks," a stunning set of ceramic decorative art crafted by the talented artists from Love Art Ceramic ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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