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Place of Origin: African
Gold Color Large Alabaster Bowl, Egypt, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Egyptian large alabaster bowl.
Hand carved, shaped and polished.
Part of a collection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
Antique African Wooden Head Rest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful museum quality, wooden head rest. Stunning patina on this rare piece of art from Sudan. Hand carved from a single piece of wood by the Dinka trib...
Category
Early 1900s Tribal Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
High Alabaster Cylindrical Vase Egyptian Style, 20th century.
Located in PARIS, FR
Alabaster cylindrical vase Egyptian style, 20th century.
A planar base and lightly flared accentuated with a segmented, cord-patterned ring in relief, all ...
Category
20th Century Egyptian African Decorative Objects
Materials
Alabaster
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Minimalist African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Tiger Jewelry Box: Hand-Painted by Zimhle and Sculpted by Sbusiso & Sfiso
The Tiger Jewelry Box is a captivating piece of decorative art crafted in Sout...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Beetle Candle Holders , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Beetle Candlesticks Hand Painted by Sabelo Nene and Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase
Embrace the enchanting spirit of South African artistry with the exquisite Beetle Candlesticks, a stunn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Monkey Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Riya at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Monkey vase stands 24 inches high, with dimensions of 12 inche...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Elephant Urn , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Elephant Urn Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Sabelo & Sondy
This exquisite ceramic elephant urn, standing at 20 inches high and measuring 11 inches in length and width, is...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Warthog Jug , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Warthog Jug," a captivating ceramic artwork created by the talented duo Jabu Nene and Sfiso Mvelase from Love Art Ceramic, stands as a unique homage to one of Africa's most dist...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Giraffe Bowl , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Bowl
Hand Painted by Winnie Nene and Sculpted by Tebogo Ndlovu
The Giraffe Bowl is a stunning ceramic art piece meticulously crafted by the talented duo Winnie Nene and Tebo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bambara puppet figurine, African tribal art, circa 1950
Located in LYON, FR
TRIBAL ART
Large traditional puppet figurine with articulated arms. Polychrome hardwood resting on its steel base.
A favorite for this old puppet figurin...
Category
1950s Tribal Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ebony
Ethno Design Mbole People, DRC, Chief Scepters Collection Made of Palmtree Leaf
Located in Leuven , BE
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 ...
Category
1920s Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Organic Material
Antique North African Red Slip Ware Vase
Located in Katonah, NY
Antique handmade African red slip ware vase. Circa 300-600 CE (AD), this beautiful handmade piece red slip ware pottery was handmade in North Africa. This pi...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Clay
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 c...
Category
Mid-20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Beads, Burlap
A North African Brass Hanukkah Lamp, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
An Early 20th Century North-African "FLEUR-DE-LIS" brass Hanukkah lamp.
Cast brass Hanukkah Lamp, Algeria, late 19th century or early 20th century. Unique design. Backplate is decor...
Category
Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Colorful Ceramic Leopard Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning testament to African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
A Moroccan Brass Hanukkah Lamp Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
A Moroccan Brass Hanukkah Lamp made in Morocco, Circa 1900.
Moroccan Hanukkah Lamp decorated with columns and an authentic Star of David.
Openwork pierced backplate with numerous q...
Category
Early 1900s Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Monkey Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic jewelry box is a testament to both artistry and collaboration. Standing 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide, the box features a unique design that combines function...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
70.85 Carat Bi Colour Tourmaline Drilled Carving From Madagascar
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
Weight: 70.85 Carats
Dimension: 3.5 x 2.4 x 0.7 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
Ceramic Monkey Urn Pair, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Monkey urns by Senzo Duma Ceramics in South Africa exemplify a harmonious blend of craftsmanship and cultural significance. Hand-sculpted by Senzo Duma himself, each urn ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
Ceramic Crocodile teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crocodile Teapot: Hand-Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba
The Crocodile Teapot is an extraordinary piece of ceramic art from South Africa, beautifully merging fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
"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
Nigerian Nupe Storage Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were known as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this storage vessel, received detailed attenti...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
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
African Namji Fertility Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
Doted on like an actual child, this carved doll was once owned by a young girl among the Namji people of northwest Cameroon. Carted around by its owner wherever she went and lovingly...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
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
Baga a-Bamp Bird Headdress with Canoe
Located in Chicago, IL
This graceful sculpture of a long-necked bird is a headdress known as "a-Bamp," worn during ritual masquerades of Baga adolescents in Guinea. With strong themes of defiance, these ma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Cheetah Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted with precision by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, this ceramic Cheetah jewelry box is a tribute to African wildlife. Standing 5 inches high, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Cheetah Stretching Ingwe FoundryS31 Bronze Sculpture Maquette 3/15 Monogram BMR
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Bronze study of a stretching cheetah.
RHS under the belly bearing Ingwe Foundry stamp, ‘S31’ or ‘S3I’, Edition 3/15, monogram BMR.
Artist unknown.
I have been unsuccessfully resarching who the artist could be.
The stretching pose of the cheetah is contemplative with a graceful, ease and content expression suggesting its attunement and hierarchy within the landscape and the animal world. Its power is conveyed with a noble quality in the pose, the sleek form and the sinewy musculature.
Beautifully handworked with rich brown patina.
Almost certainly inspired by the work of Dylan Lewis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Wild Dog Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, this ceramic Wild Dog jewelry box is a testament to indigenous craftsmanship. Standing 6 inches high, 3 inches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
African Nupe Terracotta Vessel Support, c. 1900
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 flaring terra cotta form would have been buried halfway in the ground, in a Nupe home, and used as a stable base for a stack of traditional round pots...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic Flamingo Egg Cup , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Flamingo Eggcup Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sabelo Khoza
Elevate your breakfast experience with this exquisite flamingo eggcup, a stunning piece of ceramic art craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Elephant Monkey Rider, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Royal Elephant with Leopard Skin, crafted by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a stunning ceramic sculpture that stands 8 high and measures 8 in both length and width. This exq...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
African Bambara Oil Lamp, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted by a blacksmith of the Bambara people of West Africa, this iron lamp once illuminated nighttime rituals and mask performances. Burning Tulu oil made from tree nuts, the lamp ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
Stone Sculptue by R.Mteki
By R. Mteki
Located in Water Mill, NY
Stylized sculpture by R.Mteki.
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
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
Set of Two 20th Century Hand Carved & Hand Painted African Workman
Located in North Salem, NY
Two hand-carved and colorfully painted 20th century wood workmen. A whimsical pair with expressions we can all understand.
Decorative and interesting!
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Elephant Monkey Teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Elephant and Monkey teapot from Imvelo Natural Art in South Africa is a captivating piece standing 11 inches high, 13 inches long, and 8 inches wide. Hand-sculpted by Ber...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Figurative African Bookends Carved in Hardwood
Located in London, GB
Figurative bookends hand carved from hardwood circa African West-coast 1950's depicting a man and women.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Handmade Tamegroute Vase 5 by Contemporary Orientalism
Located in Geneve, CH
Handmade Tamegroute vase 5 by Contemporary Orientalism.
Dimensions: D 20 x H 48 cm.
Materials: Pottery of tamegroute natural handmade.
Category
2010s Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Ceramic Giraffe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting the Ceramic Giraffe Jewelry Box, an enchanting creation by Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. Sculpted by Bennet Zondo, hand-painted by Samukelo Gumede, and designed by Sen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Rhino Aloe Vera Vase, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Rhino aloe vase was designed by Zimele Original Ceramics in South Africa.Hand painted by Lindy Hand sculpted by Victor & Sello.The African Circus collection, in Victor's words:
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Love Jug , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Jug Hand Painted by Sli Mazibuko and Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba
Embrace the spirit of South Africa with the enchanting Love Jug, a stunning piece of ceramic art from Love Art Ceramic. Expertly sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba and beautifully hand-painted by Sli Mazibuko, this unique jug symbolizes affection and cultural heritage. Measuring 5 cm high, 6 cm long, and 6 cm wide, it is a delightful addition to any home, blending functionality with artistry.
The design features a series of charming hearts that wrap around the jug, evoking themes of love and connection. At the forefront, a beautifully crafted Zulu shield...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Malachite Crystal in Brass Stand
Located in Scorton, GB
A superior grade of Malachite crystal series prepared in-house and presented on a brass stand series, created for luxe settings within your home. Green-banded Malachite crystallises ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Prehistoric Antique African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite, Brass
Western Mongo Shield from the Democratic Republic of Congo on Bronze Stand
Located in Stamford, CT
A Western Mongo tribal shield (Democratic Republic of the Congo) Carved hardwood with white pigement decoration. Now mounted on a patinated bronze Stand.
A similar example can be...
Category
20th Century Tribal African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Dogon Terra Cotta Vase
Located in Montreal, QC
Dogon terra cotta vase decorated in relief with Lizards and human face with nice patina.
Category
1970s Vintage African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic South African Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Tiger Jewelry Box: Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sbusiso & Motsamay
The Tiger Jewelry Box is a stunning piece of ceramic art crafted by Lo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Chameleon Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting the delightful "Succulent, Chameleon Jewelry Box," a captivating piece of ceramic art from South Africa, brought to life in 2024 by the creative talents of Motsamai Sello ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Could i Have Tried Harder? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Could I have tried harder? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
One of a Kind
Dimensions: D33 x W60 x H25 cm
Materials: Wood: Kiaat
Weight: 7.4 kg
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculpt...
Category
2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Chameleon Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Succulent Chameleon Jewelry Box
The Succulent Chameleon Jewelry Box is a captivating ceramic decorative art piece that reflects the rich artistic heritage of South Africa. Created in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Primitive Bowl from Ethiopia
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A primitive bowl carved from single blank of wood.
Category
20th Century African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Classic Palm Leaf Basket
Located in Hook, Hampshire
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary African Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Leaf
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 Tortoise Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Tortoise Jewelry Box
Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase
Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024
Embracing the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa, the "Tortoise Je...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Succulent Plant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Succulent Butterfly Jewelry Box
Hand-Painted by Sabelo Nene, Sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba
Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024
Introducing the Succ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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