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Place of Origin: African
Terracotta Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta object was part of the Bura tribe's burial ritual. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Petite African Redware Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite hand-formed vessel bears a richly textured surface of worn red clay slip and dark smoke marks. Likely intended for everyday use, the simple bottle-form vessel reflects th...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Primitive Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic Tiger Urn, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the magnificent "Tiger Urn," a breathtaking piece of ceramic decorative art crafted with exceptional skill by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa. Sculpted by Motsamai Sello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mid 20th Century Vintage Arts and Crafts Hand Carved Wooden Lidded Vessel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Drawing inspiration from ancient traditions, this hand-carved wooden lidded vessel epitomizes exquisite craftsmanship. With intricate detailing reminiscent of bygone eras, it pays ho...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
1960s Primitive Art Patinated Wood Carved Bowl Turkana Kenya
By Emil Milan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Primitive Art Hand Carved Patinated Wood Bowl Turkana Kenya
wood carving unmarked.
7 h x 8.5 d x 13.25 w
Original vintage unrestored condition.
Rich patina with signs of age and use...
Category
1960s Primitive Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vanadinite Crystal Cluster with Barite Matrix from Mibladen, Morocco
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco
An exceptional cluster of hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites. This specimen has glassy luster with barite on bro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Moroccan Brass Berber Tribal Flask
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Great decorative Moroccan Tribal flask..
African decorative brass with front richly decorated with embossed brass and overlay.
The valve stem turns and open.
Truly a conversation mu...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Decorative Dishes MASHMOUM White edition
Located in LES BERGES DU LAC, TN
Discover the MEDINA Collection, an exclusive series of 10 presentation plates with a 30 cm diameter, where each design tells a story inspired by traditional Tunisian folklore. Signed...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Hand Painted Ceramic Moroccan Vase or Urn
Located in Plainview, NY
This beautiful hand painted ceramic Moroccan round vase or urn Features wonderfully intricate and imaginatively sequenced hand painted designs. This colorful, round, orb-like ceramic...
Category
1990s Moorish African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Monkey batonga stool, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite Monkey Batonga Stool from Pascoe Gallery is a true testament to the remarkable craftsmanship and artistry of African artisans. Hand-carved in Zimbabwe by highly skille...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Petite African Redware Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite hand-formed vessel bears a richly textured surface of worn red clay slip and dark smoke marks. Likely intended for everyday use, the simple bottle-form vessel reflects th...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Primitive Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Terracotta Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta object was part of the Bura tribe's burial ritual. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Decorative Dishes KHOMSA
Located in LES BERGES DU LAC, TN
Discover the MEDINA Collection, an exclusive series of 10 presentation plates with a 30 cm diameter, where each design tells a story inspired by traditional Tunisian folklore. Signed...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the striking ceramic Tiger jewelry box, a unique creation from Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. Hand-painted by Samukelo Gumede and hand-scu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Set of Three Beaded Ndebele Fertility Dolls
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...
Category
20th Century Folk Art African Decorative Objects
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Gedion Nyanhongo “Exercising”, Large Shona Springstone Sculpture, 1990s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very impressive signed Shona sculpture in springstone titled “Exercising” by important Arizona-based Zimbabwean artist Gedion Nyanhongo.
Exquisitel...
Category
1990s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Matrix from Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Pr
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites with glassy luster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Decorative Dishes LAKRAYA
Located in LES BERGES DU LAC, TN
Discover the MEDINA Collection, an exclusive series of 10 presentation plates with a 30 cm diameter, where each design tells a story inspired by traditional Tunisian folklore. Signed...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color.
Category
20th Century Brutalist African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta, Rattan
Ceramic Guineafowls Flower Vase, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Ceramic Guineafowls Flower Vase from Zimele Original Ceramics is a stunning example of South African artistry. Hand-sculpted by Victor and hand-painted by Zimele & Mbali, this va...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Three heads Fang reliquary, 20th c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fang reliquary with three heads, eyes inlaid with bone pellets and copper nails. Equatorial Guinea, XXth c.
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Pink Flamingo coin dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Celebrate the elegance and vibrant spirit of the African flamingo with this hand-sculpted Flamingo Coin Dish from Love Art Ceramics. A true one-of-a-kind piece, this dish was skillfu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pink Ceramic Flamingo coin dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite Flamingo Coin Dish is a one-of-a-kind, hand-sculpted ceramic masterpiece from Love Art Ceramics, South Africa. Sculpted by Nathi and beautifully hand-painted by the re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Parrot Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite Ceramic Parrot Tureen, a masterpiece crafted by the skilled hands of Senzo Duma Ceramics in the heart of South Africa. This unique creation not only serves...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Contemporary Tamagroute Green Set Of Bowls - Four Large Bowls
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Contemporary Tamagroute Green Set Of Bowls - Four Large Bowls.
Tamegroute is a small Moroccan village simply known for it's rich traditional ceramics. The clay is cut by hand from ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Genuine Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform '98.9 lbs'
Located in New York, NY
Museum quality, huge hand-polished freeform specimen, made from a solid piece of natural Madagascan Ocean Jasper. This large piece has an amazing pattern with beautiful hues of green...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Barite - From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco
Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites with glassy lust...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Ceramic Giraffe Teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Teapot
Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Sbusiso
Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024
The Giraffe Teapot is a magnificent example of South African ceramic art, bringing...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Moonlit Glow: Pair of Selenite Candle Votives 6”H
Located in New York, NY
This pair of luminous selenite votive holders is a captivating addition to any space, designed to hold standard tea light candles. Carved from a pearly variety of gypsum, these piece...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Sleep Guardian or Kata Sergo Ethiopia TOTEM 1 in Solid Natural Cedar Wood
Located in Paris, FR
TOTEM 1 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic
Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges
are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace
to the top h...
Category
19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Calcite with Hematite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
Lustrous cluster of rhombohedral formation of calcite with heavy inclusions of brick red hematite. The calcite crystal faces are fully terminated with sharp rhombohedral form in a su...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Matrix - From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco
Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of dark red Vanadinites with glassy luster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Mende Helmut Mask
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th century example.
The masks of the Sande society were used exclusively in masquerade performances by the women of the tribe.
The Mende tribe is located in Sierra Leone.
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...
Category
1970s Primitive Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Authentic Carcharodontosaurus Tooth in Display Box(.75" x .25" x 2.25", 15.7 G)
Located in New York, NY
Carcharodontosaurus (Dinosaur) tooth in a glass display box From Tegana Formation, North Africa.
Cretaceous Age 65 million years
Carcharodontosauru...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Vintage Moroccan Handmade Blue and White Vase
Located in Plainview, NY
Featuring wonderfully intricate and lyrical hand painted designs, this bright, colorful ceramic vase provides a touch of exotic sophistication an...
Category
1990s Moorish African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Giant Genuine Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform from Madagascar '72.6 lbs'
Located in New York, NY
Huge, museum quality beautiful polished ocean Jasper freeform from Madagascar. This piece has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of green, white, brown and white druzy quartz cryst...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Descloizite From Berg Aukas Mine, Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Berg Aukas Mine, Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia This specimen has lustrous and transparent dark-brown Descloizite crystals in a intergrown formation with sharp bevel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (9.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This large, museum-quality piece of freeform Bulls-eye Malachite with Blue Azurite, is hand-polished and sourced from Zaire. This collectors specimen is a rare combination of the two...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
African Elephant, Tiger and Woman Rider Varnished Wood Sculpture by J. Zanetti
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century african elephant, tiger and woman rider varnished wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti
By: J. Zanetti
Material: wood
Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, varnished, polished
Dimensions: 12.5 in x 5 in x 12.5 in
Date: early 20th century, 1936
Style: Art Déco
Place of origin: South Africa
This expressive early 20th century wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti depicts an elephant mid-stride, a tiger resting below, and a nude female rider in an animated pose. Carved from richly grained, varnished wood, the figures are captured in motion, the elephant's legs striding forward. Seated atop the elephant, the woman's swirling coiffure and outstretched arm convey a sense of vitality and farewell.
The energetic composition and Art Déco stylization reflect early 20th century african Modernism...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Solid Dark Medium Cup
Located in Paris, FR
Cup ebony dark medium hand carved,
polished and waxed varnished in solid
ebony wood. Exceptional and unique piece.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Zela Caryatide Stool held by a Female sculpture covered with with scarifications
Located in Leuven , BE
The stool represented here is a typical Caryatide stool of the Zela people in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The stool is carved out of wood and is held up by a kneeling woman cov...
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Moroccan Ceramic Plates Chiselled with Arabic Calligraphy Scripts Set of 2
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Moroccan dark brown with crackled lighter beige ceramic plates chiseled in with Arabic calligraphy writing in ivory on brown background.
These plates could be displayed on a ...
Category
20th Century Islamic African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
An Unusually Large 19th Century Topoke Tribe Currency Sword
Located in Hudson, NY
This currency sword, like most African trade currency items, was used as a way to transfer wealth for the purpose of buying land or animals but is most ...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar (18.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar consists of a distinct pattern of "orbs" on a striking striped background. It produces a calming effect, clearing away nega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Decorative Dishes LAKRAYA Yellow edition
Located in LES BERGES DU LAC, TN
Discover the MEDINA Collection, an exclusive series of 10 presentation plates with a 30 cm diameter, where each design tells a story inspired by traditional Tunisian folklore. Signed...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Matrix from Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Pr
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites with glassy luster...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
African Mangbetu Terracotta Ceremonial Jug
By Mangbetu People
Located in Chicago, IL
The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. This ceremonial jug seamlessly transitions between figurative and abstract forms, from the spout formed to look like hair, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
African Tribal Art Hand-carved Wood Bowl with Unique Designed Characteristics
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-crafted and Hand-made in Africa. The bowl is rare and beautiful, an art to transform the piece into this lovely town with etchings and leather strap - the design and African de...
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Genuine Polished Septarian Druzy Point from Madagascar '6 lbs'
Located in New York, NY
This AAA quality Septarian druzy point features an exposed area lined with shimmering quartz crystals, and boasts a hand-polished, highly reflective back. Boasting a stabilizing ener...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Genuine Vanadinite Crystal Cluster on Matrix from Morocco (202.9 grams)
Located in New York, NY
From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco An exceptional world-class cluster of hexagonal brick-red Vanadinite crystals with glassy luster on limonite matrix. These ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Sculpture Vase by Maria Lenskjold
By Maria Lenskjold
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpture vase by Maria Lenskjold
Dimensions: H 27 cm
Materials: Stoneware
Maria Lenskjold’s practice is based on a consistent p...
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stoneware
Moroccan Orange Blue and White Handcrafted Vintage Ceramic Vase
Located in Plainview, NY
This beautiful hand painted decorative vase features a mesmeric arabesque pattern and inviting colors of red, orange and blue. Perfect a as an elegant centerpiece on your dining room...
Category
1980s Moorish Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic, Paint
Antique Moroccan Painted Wood Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique Moroccan wood box painted on all six sides with symbolic floral designs over an architecturally intriguing form and a removable pitched lid.
Category
Mid-20th Century Moorish African Decorative Objects
Large Polished Imperial Rhodonite Sphere from Madagascar (5.25'', 11.4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This top-quality hand-polished natural Imperial Rhodonite Sphere from Madagascar exhibits an exquisite pattern with vivid hues of pink and red. When used, the Rhodonite stone activat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Ceramic Giraffe teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Teapot
Hand Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase
The Giraffe Teapot is a stunning ceramic art piece crafted with care and creativity by the talented artist...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Cobaltoan Calcite from From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Shaba, Congo (Zaire)
Located in New York, NY
From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Western area, Shaba Cu belt, Shaba (Katanga), Congo (Zaire)
It is no surprise that minerals predominantely display colors involving one of the "earth t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Polished Labradorite Obelisk from Madagascar (4.9 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
High quality 9.75 inch tall handmade polished Labradorite Obelisk from Madagascar. It has beautiful iridescent play of colors of blue, yellow and red which is caused by internal frac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
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