African Decorative Objects

This nomadic object has been diverted from its original use. It is a unique genuine old piece with undeniable authentic charm. The signs of wear, scars and repairs testify to the ric...

A crystal formation of the Western desert of the northern Sahara, naturally formed approximately 2 million to 500 thousand years ago. Desert Rosette Crystal is set within a structu...

Terracotta pot of roughly crescent shape featuring a pair of naively modelled human figures seated on the concave edge, each with arms folded to the abdomen and feet pointing downwar...

The Khada Totem Sculpture #1 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 ...

Discover an exceptional piece tailored for discerning collectors seeking rare and singular objects. Benefiting from a meticulous, high-grade quality preparation, this Dicranurus stan...

Discover an exceptional piece tailored for discerning collectors seeking rare and singular objects. Benefiting from a meticulous, high-grade quality preparation, this giant Drotops a...

A large natural blacknite quartz cluster specimen with covelline and bornite from Ambositra, Madagascar. Blacknite is a beautiful mineral of the goethite/hematite variety, displayin...

This modern sculptural Brutalist decorative totem by Egg Designs merges sculptural form with primitive inspiration. Handcrafted in unglazed terracotta, the design draws on tribal mot...

A figure of remarkable formal harmony and compactness with large rounded breasts that allude to fertility and nurturing capacity, but also to the loveliness of the girl that promotes...

A striking collection of 5 mineral specimens in natural form. Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this collection showcases a range of outstanding large cabinet spec...

Antique African Wood & Brass Domed Trinket Box with Pierced Brass Clasp, Decorative Box Antique African Wood and Brass Trinket Box, Domed Hinged Decorative Keepsake Box Antique ...

Wonderful hand carved ebony hardwood figure of a young Benin man, possibly a future King Oba Excellent traditional Benin artistic carving A delightful piece Circa 1970 Height 13...

Two malachite picture frames. One is Landscape measuring 10 inches wide x 7.75 inches high. The other is Portrait. Each have a bronze inner frame. Both hold pictures measured at 5.7...

A rare repuse shield with natural fiber wraped handle from the Kirdi tribe Cameroon. Now on a patinated Bronze Stand. For a similar example please see- Benitez-Johannot, Purissim...

Classic 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 w...

This vessel exemplifies the anthropomorphic style, incorporating distinct human-like features into its design. Most notably, the upper portion of the vessel includes a stylized human...

A large quartz specimen sourced from an ex historic UK private collection. Formed over millions of years, this unique and impressive specimen sh...

Grand Tour statue of Pharaoh Hatshepsut after the ancient model. Hatshepsut was the fifth pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt and was the second historically confirmed female pharaoh, the first being Sobekneferu. The authentic ancient sculpture of Hatshepsut is located in Deir el-Bahri, Thebes, Egypt. Cast painted plaster. Provenance: The Collection of Charles de Beistegui, Château de Groussay. Charles de Beistegui (1894-1970), an enigmatic interior decorator whose passport was Spanish and whose wealth came from his family’s Mexican silver mines. Beistegui to indulge himself in the homes he decorated, such as his Chateau de Groussay...

Malachite Box with Brass Hinge A handsome decorative box crafted from richly figured malachite sourced from the Congo, a region renowned for producing exceptional examples of the mi...

These remarkable plates are crafted from ammonite fossil stone, a natural material formed from the fossilized remains of ancient marine creatures that inhabited the world’s oceans mi...

This authentic large antique Berber pottery jug originates from the Rif region of Morocco and exemplifies traditional North African ceramic craftsmanshi...

A journey in bronze 'Going to the River', features two Kudu Bulls. One of the most recognisable silhouettes of the African bush my latest sculpture pays homage to this magnificent be...

An old classic Bamana lock , decorated with engraved lines, representing antilope horns ,legs bent appearing at the bottom and a beautiful dark patina a...

Contemporary Moroccan Mouth Blown Glass Jar - Dark Blue. Hand-made in Morocco. The glass is mouth blown and available in an assortment of colours. Each jar comes with a heavy lid. ...

Large silver damask copper basin decorated with scrolls, arabesques and foliage, encircling thuluth writing ledges. An attachment has been welded at the back to allow the hanging. Eg...

Specimen Type: Vanadinite Weight: 7 grams Dimension: H: 1.8 x W: 1.5 x D: 1 cm Origin: Atlas Mountains, Mibladen, Morocco Treatment: None This natural specimen features rare van...

A primitive bowl carved from single blank of wood.

This handcrafted bronze candelabra is a sculptural tribute to the quiet strength and unity of the African buffalo. Three candleholders rise from gently curving branches adorned with ...

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...

This larger, dark blue Moroccan pot is hand painted and has a ceramic glaze. It is decorated with various ribbons of silver-like metal providing round geo...

An authentic wood container used by the Tutsi people, a group of people residing near the African Great Lakes. Carved from a single piece of wood, this ...

Original 1950s South African scrimshaw ostrich egg by late chief Sipho Ndlvu.

Early 20th century African carved wood figural sculpture attributed to the Boukonfo Loba tradition. The composition depicts two stylized human figures joined in a dynamic, sculptural...

Signed Zimbabwean Stone Sculpture, Abstract Modernist Form, 20th Century Height: 28 cm Width: 18 cm Material: Solid hand-carved stone Origin: Zimbabwe, Southern Africa Artist: Signe...

Five ceremonial beaded flutes or whistles from the Cameroon grasslands. They come in various geometric forms, taking on the shape of a hollowed, stylized figure that combines human a...

Mambila Tawong Trumpet, Cameroon, early 20th century, polychrome painted and hand-carved wood, the mouthpiece in the form of a female figure playing a flute, with fitted stand. Over...

Decorative tribal mask from Mali, from the middle XX century.

African Dinka headrest wood carved sculpture.

This Vide poche is a shell, in white color.

An unusual blacknite quartz cluster specimen with covelline and bornite from Ambositra, Madagascar, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases. This striking and un...

Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top. Finely carved mask with carved open eyes, and pointed nose and slightly smiling mouth. It is in good co...

This striking springstone sculpture presents a beautifully abstract interpretation of three faces united in a single flowing form. Carved from richly polished dark springstone, the p...

A varied and fascinating collection of 10 natural mineral specimens all originating from Africa. Each presented on an exclusive extra small painted display plinth, this group contai...

Pair of circa 1940's Moroccan brass cobra shaped candlesticks. Measurements: Height of body: 8" Diameter at widest: 6.5"

A large cabinet example of a silky fibrous malachite specimen sourced from Congo, presented on a bespoke medium base for interior display. Malachite is known for its vivid natural g...

Beautifully stylized figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty. This valuable, unique art piece is a great chance to bri...

Antique handcrafted large Moroccan Moorish polychrome decorative ceramic bowl from Fez. Bleu de Fez, very nice designs hand painted by artist in Fez. Antique ceramic handcrafted bowl...

Hand-carved African white rhino / rhinoceros sculpture, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 8.5"W x 2.75"D x 4.25"H; it is signed on the undersi...

Spinosaurus (meaning "spine lizard") is a genus of theropod dinosaur that lived in what now is North Africa, during the upper Albian to upper Turonian stages of the Cretaceous period...

Early 20th century male baule figure, ivory coast, Africa A stylistically pleasing sculpture of a spiritual spouse (blolo bian) from the Baule culture....

Beautiful polished freeform specimen featuring striking bands of mixed chrysocolla and malachite in a captivating concentric botryoidal growth pattern. The vibrant blues and rich gre...

That's a true antique copper anklet from Zaire, very rare, as a modern simple sculpture . I have another one in my home . I saw some others like this, but there were not authentic:...

This beautifully detailed elephant carving is masterfully hand-carved from a single, solid piece of malachite that was sourced from Zaire. Polished to a mirrored finish, the top qual...

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...

Glass beaded parrot sculpture ambitiously crafted with glass beads and perched on a custom wood, brass, and Lucite stand.

Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders , circa 1970's walnut , maple etc mahogany. Incredible pieces of scu...

An extraordinary pallasite meteorite slice from the Jericho Strewn Field, Kenya, beautifully displayed on a custom black metal stand. Pallasites are among the rarest and most visuall...

Top of a scepter sculptured in bronze alloy finial with two identical faces on both sides. Nice natural use patina. Base included in the price.

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron example was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were modeled after objects of inherent value, resulting in sculptural combinations of function and beauty. This large iron spear dates to the early 20th century and is attributed to the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Secured to a narrow handle of iron and wood, the flattened blade has an elegant, sloping silhouette, subtly textured with raised lines and a rusted, antique patina. Forged as a broadleaf spear, the weapon contrasts a violent potential with images of peaceful branches swaying in the wind. We've set this unusual Kuba spear...