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Place of Origin: African
Ceramic Monkey Teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Monkey Teapot by Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts is a captivating blend of artistry and African cultural symbolism. Hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Senzo Duma in South Africa, this tea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Senufo Copper Reeds Currency Bracelet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
The traditional form of the Senufo currency bracelet is stripped down in this more minimalistic version. Two gracefully upswept bands join to form a ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Large Forbes Sullyare Protected by Spirits Fruit Serpentine
Located in Brea, CA
Large hardstone Forbes Sullyare protected by spirits fruit serpentine, measure: 18" high x 29" diameter.
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts African Decorative Objects
Materials
Cast Stone
Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terracotta form would have been a critical component of burial rituals of the Bura people of Niger. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
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
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.
Private collection Brussels
The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colou...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Beads
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Art Ceramics, a talented group of African artists, has created this lovely pumpkin, rich in detail and vibrant colors of green and white. Finished with a glossy glaze, it serves...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
19th Century Each Senufo Village Held a Massive Wood Carved Bed, Called Gbag
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century each Senufo village held a massive wood carved bed, called gbag.
COTE D'IVOIRE
Measures: 215 X 40 X 20 cm
Good condition.
Category
19th Century Modern Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Kudu Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully crafted ceramic Kudu ornament, made by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a lovely tribute to one of Africa's most majestic antelopes. Though specific dimensions ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
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 elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This f...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic pumpkin sculpture is handcrafted in South Africa at Love Art Ceramics, a studio known for creating beautiful, unique pieces. For this season, they've focused on crafting...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning ceramic pumpkin box, crafted by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, showcases the talents of two skilled artists, whose names and the year of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Nigerian Nupe Gourd-Form Water Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the natural world, Nupe ceramicists fired this water vessel in the shape of a gourd. The vessel's varied surface textures and colors come from its functional design. The ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning ceramic pumpkin box, crafted by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, showcases the talents of two skilled artists. Made entirely by hand, this ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Leopard Head Jewelry Box," crafted by South African artists Jabu Nene and Sfiso Mvelase of Love Art Ceramic, is a stunning piece that beautifully blends functionality with artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Cotton, Wood, Twine
Bauden Khoreay - Sculpture of Owl, homage to Picasso, Africa, 1970
By Bauden Khoreay
Located in Camden, ME
Bauden Khoreay's large frontally carved stone sculpture of a stylized owl.
The sculpture is in the manner of Picasso's early opium influenced African based cubist motifs.
Professi...
Category
1970s Modern Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This handmade ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics in South Africa is a beautiful work of art crafted by a talented group of artists. Measuring 4 inches in height and 4 inches in w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics is a delightful addition to any home or office decor. Crafted by a talented group of artists in South Africa, this unique piece is ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This unique ceramic pumpkin not only showcases the artistry of Love Art Ceramics but also features the names of the two talented artists who crafted it, along with the year of creat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Monkey Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic Monkey jewelry box, handcrafted by Sabelo Nene at Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa, stands 6 inches high, 4 inches long, and 4 i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This handmade ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics in South Africa is a stunning piece created by a talented group of artists. Each pumpkin is uniquely crafted and painted without ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This handmade ceramic pumpkin from Love Art Ceramics in South Africa features a stunning colors orange green and white, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. Standing 4 inches tall ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
A beautiful piece! The combination of glossy white and green colors, along with the unique design of a pumpkin with a removable lid, adds a charming touch. It’s great to hear about ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful ceramic pumpkin is a creation of Love Art Ceramics, a talented small group of artists based in South Africa. Made in 2024, this autumn harvest sculpture features stunn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin is a perfect addition With its intricate details and vibrant colors of green, white, and orange, it beautifully captures the spirit of the season. Standi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin jewelry box is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece handcrafted in South Africa by Love Art Ceramics. Made entirely by hand witho...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning ceramic pumpkin, crafted by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, showcases the talents of two skilled artists. Made entirely by hand, it features a vibrant finish in yell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Halloween pumpkin sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Take your pick from our most unusual pumpkin patch! This ceramic Jack-o'-lantern, part of our Pumpkin Patch Collection, blends the rich textures and traditions of South Africa with t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger Box, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic tiger box from Love Art Ceramic is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of strength, beauty, and craftsmanship. Handmade by talented artisans Sbusiso and Minenhle Nene...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
"Rupi" Sand Cast Bronze Bowl by Jaimal Odedra
By Jaimal Odedra
Located in New York, NY
"Rupi"
Bronze bowl by Jaimal Odedra. The "Rupi" bowls are made in five sizes, which may be used individually or as a set of nesting bowls. This is the third largest size out of five...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,200 / item
Ceramic Panther Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ceramics, a renowned pottery studio in South Africa, presents a striking ceramic Black Panther sculpture, meticulously hand-sculpted by Thabo ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Protea And Bird Ceramic Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Bird Jewelry Box
Discover the exquisite Protea Bird Jewelry Box, a remarkable ceramic art piece from Love Art Ceramic, crafted in South Africa in 2024. Standing at 7 inches hi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Elephant Sweet Dish , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a remarkable ceramic Elephant sweet dish from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bennet Zondo and hand-painted by Elvis, this piece stands 17 inches high, 13 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Protea Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Protea Jewelry Box
Hand-Painted by Swelihle Khanyeza, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase
Love Art Ceramic, South Africa
Introducing the Protea Jewelry Box, a charming ceramic piece that beau...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Elephant Peanut Bowl , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Elephant Peanut Bowl
Hand-Painted by Swelihle Khanyeza, Sculpted by Motsamai Sello
Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024
Introducing the Elephant Peanut Bowl, a delightful ceramic cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Lioness Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Lioness sculpture by Senzo Duma Ceramics, sculpted by Thabiso and hand-painted by Cindy in 2023, stands 6 inches high, 12 inches long, and 5 inches wide. Lions are iconic in Afri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Buffalo And Monkey Sculpture , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Senzo Duma Ceramics presents a striking ceramic Buffalo & Monkey sculpture, standing 9 inches tall with dimensions of 11 inches in length and 5 inches in width. Hand-painted by Mlu, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Late 19th Century Hand-Carved ritual 'Thun Rwa' Horn with Gold Inlay
Located in Wainscott, NY
Late 19th century hand-carved 'Thun Rwa' horn was used commonly by the Ngakpa (lay Lamas) of Tibet. Used as a healing tool with medicinal/herbal powders, the tribe "Medicine Man" wou...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold
David Bangura Stone Sculpture on Pedestal
By David Bangura
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Stunning stone sculpture by African artist David Bangura.
It has been mounted on a white pedestal.
David Bangura was born in 1955 in...
Category
1990s Organic Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Soapstone
Central African Wooden Vessel Adorned with Figures Carved Along Sides
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Central African carved wood vessel from the mid-20th century. This vintage vessel from Central Africa is created from a single piece of hallowed t...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted by Swelihle Khanyeza and hand-sculpted by an unnamed artisan at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, stands as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Lioness Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a stunning ceramic Lioness sculpture from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Teboho and hand-painted by Virginia, this piece stands 7 inches high, 14 inches l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Love Art Ceramic Bushbaby Candlesticks Hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Bushbaby candlestick by Love Art Ceramic, hand-sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase and painted by Sabelo Nene, is a vibrant celebration of South African flora and fauna. The piece ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Berber Terracotta Jar
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Antique Berber Terracotta jar from Southern Morocco from around 1920,
the jar has one handle and has a beautiful Patina and Shine and a Black colored top decoration,
great Brown-Beig...
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Ceramic Hoopoe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This hoopoe jewelry ceramic box is a true treasure, meticulously crafted by hand and painted with care by South African artists. Its unique design features one of the wings serving a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger With Cub Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Discover the Ceramic Tiger Sculpture from Imvelo Natural Art, a breathtaking representation of wildlife artistry from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Pales...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Imvelo Natural Art presents a striking ceramic Tiger sculpture from South Africa. Hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso, this piece measures 4 inches high, 10 inches l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Lioness Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a captivating ceramic Lioness sculpture, meticulously hand-sculpted by Teboho and hand-painted by Virginia at Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. Measuring 6 inches high, 1...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Tiger Sculpture , Hand Made And Painted In South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing an exquisite ceramic Tiger sculpture, meticulously hand-sculpted by Bernard and hand-painted by Sbusiso at Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. This striking piece measures ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Wiseman Ceramics, Leopard Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Leopard Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the revered Big Five Col...
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Leopard Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the striking Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African craftsmanship, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa.
Crafted with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
26.40 Carat Pretty Sea Shell Shape Bi Colour Tourmaline Carving From Africa
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Weight: 26.40Carats
Dimension: 2.8 x 1.9 x 0.5 Cm
Origin: Africa
Colour: Red Pink and Green
Shape: Carving
Quality: AAA
Tourmaline helps to create a shield around a person or room t...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Adam Style Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
"Rupi" Sand Cast Bronze Bowl by Jaimal Odedra
By Jaimal Odedra
Located in New York, NY
"Rupi"
Bronze bowl by Jaimal Odedra. The "Rupi" bowls are made in five sizes, which may be used individually or as a set of nesting bowls. This is the third largest size out of fi...
Category
2010s African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
$1,800 / item
Bamum Decorative Wooden Ancestor Figure Embroidered with European Glass Beads
Located in Leuven , BE
Bamum Decorative Wooden Ancestor Figure embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People , Cameroon
Private collection Brussels
These commemorative statuettes ,representing a...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Beads
Ceramic Egg Cup Guinea Fowl , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Guinea Fowl Egg Cup, crafted by Sbusiso and hand-painted by Sabelo at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, embodies the essence of African wildlife. Measuring 2 inches high,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Large Bamana Marionette Figure of Charming Police Man, African Figure
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large Bamana marionette figure of a charming police man. African figure retains original paint, amazing patina, also retains original fabric wrap. (outfit).
Category
20th Century Folk Art African Decorative Objects
Materials
Fabric, Wood
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