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Place of Origin: African
Large Natural Skeletal Raw Malachite Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large natural skeletal raw malachite specimen originating from Morocco. This unique specimen has a striking form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. It showca...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique African Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

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

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 Genet Cat Cookie Jar Hand Made In South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ndlovu specializes in handcrafted and painted ceramic pieces that often feature intricate designs and vibrant colors inspired by African culture and nature. His work is celeb...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century Mango Baskets from Cameroon Set of Three
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of three 20th century Mango baskets from Cameroon. The gorgeous color of the reed is due to the mangos dying the fiber resulting in this special golden shade.
Category

20th Century African Decorative Objects

Materials

Reed

Ceramic Genet Cat Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Genet Cat jewelry box by Senzo Duma Ceramics, sculpted by Thabiso and hand-painted by Nqobile in 2023, measures 6 inches high, 5 inches in length, an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

A Brass Hanukkah Lamp, North Africa mid 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
North African cast brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah, mid 19th century There are two sources for the triangular, small-scaled Hanukkah lamp, one in Spain, the other in Sicily. This lamp r...
Category

Mid-19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

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 Elephant Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introduce a touch of African wilderness to your holiday décor with Love Art Ceramic's Elephant ornament. Hand-painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and hand-sculpted by Sondelani Ntshali...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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, meticulously crafted by Sbu and hand-sculpted by Saiza at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, captures the essence of African wildlife. Standing at 2 i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic American Bobcat Peanut Bowl , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting the Ceramic American Bobcat Peanut Bowl, a captivating piece from Imvelo Natural Art, South Africa. This exquisite bowl, hand-sculpted by Teboho Ndlovu and hand-painted by...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Selamawi Wall Vessel, Fin by TheUrbanative
Located in Geneve, CH
Selamawi wall vessel, fin by TheUrbanative Dimensions: W16 x D7.5 x H28 cm Material: Wall hung ceramic with glazed fin details. Vessel comes with steel plate wall hanging bracket. ...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted at Imvelo Natural Art in South Africa, stands 5 inches tall with dimensions of 4 inches in both le...
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 Giraffe Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic Giraffe jewelry box, crafted by Ntokozo Shabalala at Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa, stands 7 inches high, 4 inches long, and 4 inches wide. Designed in 2023, i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leaves Mug , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The hand-sculpted Leaves mug by Senzo Duma Ceramics in South Africa embodies a fusion of artistry and cultural symbolism. Crafted from ceramic, it stands 4 inches tall, measures 5 in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Rhino Zebra Coin Dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted with care in South Africa, this ceramic Rhino & Zebra coin dish is a tribute to the continent's majestic wildlife. Standing 3 inches high, with a length of 8 inches and a wid...
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 box is a unique and whimsical creation handcrafted in South Africa. Its clever design features a removable lid that forms half of the mo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 3 J D Candle Holders Timber by Nish Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 J D Candle Holders Timber by Nish Studio Dimensions: D12 x H 79/ 98.7 /118 cm Materials: Ash, Timber satined natural light, chocolate + grey N I S H is a Cape Town based ...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Was The Love Real? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Was the love real? sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D 32 x W 43 x H 36 cm Materials: Wood: Kiaat Weight: 7.5 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor ...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Bird Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Caribbean bird jewelry box measures 5 inches high, 5 inches in length, and 5 inches wide. Ha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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

Colorful Ceramic Rhino vase, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Rhino Vase by Love Art Ceramic, a stunning tribute to African wildlife and craftsmanship. Designed by Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa in 2023, th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Warthog Coin Dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted with precision and passion by South African artisans, this ceramic warthog coin dish is a true masterpiece. Handmade with care, it boasts a distinctive design featuring a war...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Copper & Iron Water Vessel, Algerian, c. 1890
Located in London, GB
A large, beautifully patinated late 19th century water pitcher or vessel, of dovetailed copper construction with forged iron handle. Indistinctly engraved ??? to the neck, meaning ‘u...
Category

Late 19th Century Antique African Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper, Iron

Love Art Ceramics Porcupine Coin Dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This handcrafted ceramic porcupine coin dish is a tribute to South African artistry and culture. Skillfully made and painted by local artisans, it features intricate details that cel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Chameleon Coin Dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This charming ceramic Chameleon coin dish captures the essence of African wildlife and culture with its intricate design. Hand-painted by Jabu Nene and sculpted by Nathi at Love Art ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Coin Zebra Dish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Zebra Coin Dish by Love Art Ceramic, a beautiful piece handcrafted in South Africa. Measuring 2 inches high, 8 inches long, and 6 inches wide, it features two sculpte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Elephant Ornament, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic elephant ornament, meticulously hand-painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali, epitomizes the vibrant artistic tradition of Love Art Cer...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramics Crocodile Ornament, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Crocodile ornament by Love Art Ceramic is a homage to African culture. Hand-painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and hand-sculpted by Sondel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Selamawi Wall Vessel, Blue by TheUrbanative
Located in Geneve, CH
Selamawi wall vessel, blue by TheUrbanative Dimensions: W18 x D10 x H25 cm Material: Glazed terracotta wall hing vessel. Vessel comes with steel plate wall hanging bracket. Als...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leopard Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted at Senzo Duma Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Leopard jewelry box, measuring 4 inches high, 5 inches long, and 4 inches wide, is a testament to African artistry. Hand-...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger And Cub Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by artisans Lefu and Samkelo at Senzo Duma Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Tiger jewelry box stands 6 inches high, 4 inches long, and 4...
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

Ceramic Chameleon Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Bring the spirit of Africa into your holiday décor with Love Art Ceramic's Chameleon ornament. Hand-crafted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and Sondelani Ntshalintshali, this 4-inch tall, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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 Elephant Ornament , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Handcrafted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and sculpted by Sondelani Ntshalintshali at Love Art Ceramic Studio in South Africa, this ceramic Elephant ornament is a delightful representati...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Totem 1998
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rodney Alan Blumenfeld B.1953. Totem 63 cm high Earthenware clay, press moulded, with metalic oxides and matt glazes South African B.1953. Rodney Alan Blumenfeld creates deeply textured, sensual and motif-laden ceramic forms. Each innovative and unique art piece strives to maintain a traditional tribal identity transposed into contemporary art,craft and design. Within each singular expression of creativity lies a precious reminder of ritual and custom, exuding presence of age-old mystery while spontaneously arousing vital powers of the imagination. Training Bachelor of Architecture – University Natal South Africa, 1980 Ceramic Science – Technikon, Durban, Natal, 1986 Awards Judges Award – Ceramic Artists Association of W.A. Annual Exhibition – September 2009 City of Melville Art Awards – Highly Commended 2009 – WA Longhouse Reserve – New York – USA Klenot/Dekora – Palace of Culture, Prague – Czechoslovakia 2000 Art for Asia – Hong Kong – China 1997 Design Award National Ceramics Biennale 1996 – South Africa 1st Prize Corobrik Ceramic Expo – South Africa 1989 Private Collections Bill Clinton – Former President USA Nelson Mandela – Former President of South Africa Tina Turner – Singer and song writer Peter Gabriel...
Category

20th Century Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Hand Carved Glass Figure of a Semi-Seated Personage
Located in Marbella, ES
Hand carved glass figure of a semi-seated personage.
Category

Late 20th Century African Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Did I Do Enough? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Did I do enough? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D30 x W40 x H70 cm Materials: Wood: Kiaat Weight: 4.9 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaa...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Pair of Potion Bottle Vases by Maria Lenskjold
By Maria Lenskjold
Located in Geneve, CH
Pair of potion bottle vases by Maria Lenskjold Dimensions: H 26 cm H 23 cm Materials: Stoneware Maria Lenskjold’s practice is based on a consiste...
Category

2010s Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
As a symbol deeply rooted in African culture, the tiger holds a special significance. While tigers are not native to Africa, they often symbolize strength, courage, and resilience qu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Handcrafted in South Africa by local artisans under the brand Imvelo Natural Art, this tiger sculpture ceramic exudes raw beauty and artistic finesse. Sculpted by Bennet and painted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Do I Know How to Love? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Do I know how to love? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D16 x W17 x H18 cm Materials: Wood Weight: 0.5 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis...
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2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Selamawi Ceramic Candleabra by TheUrbanative
Located in Geneve, CH
Selamawi ceramic candleabra by TheUrbanative Dimensions: W 25 x D 10 x H 24 cm Material: Raw Terracotta & Raffia Dry flowers only. Also available: Selamawi Ceramic Vessel. The...
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2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Selamawi Wall Vessel, Comb by Theurbanative
Located in Geneve, CH
Selamawi wall vessel (Blue) by TheUrbanative Dimensions: W 16 x D 7.5 x H 25 cm Material: Wall hung raw terracotta ceramic with a comb detail. Vessel comes with steel plate wall ha...
Category

2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2, Selamawi Candelabra & Vessel by TheUrbanative
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2, Selamawi candelabra & vessel by TheUrbanative One of a Kind Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 40 cm Material: Terracotta: Raw & Raffia TheUrbanative is a contemporary Sou...
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2010s Post-Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Raffia

Female Figurine Sculpture by Hassan Heshmat Egypt 1960s Blue Teal Stoneware
By Hassan Heshmat
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sculpture by Hassan Heshmat, Egypt. 1960's. Stoneware. Unique. Dimensions: H: 52 cm/ 20 1/2''
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stoneware

Moroccan Large Vessel - Sculpture Made of Hammered Metal
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This rare sculptural vessel hails from the traditional crafts of southern Morocco, crafted from hammered metal. Dating back to the 1970s, this piece exemplifies the skilled artistry ...
Category

1970s Vintage African Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Rare Large Sculpture - Vessel Made of Hammered Metal
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Dating back to the 1970s, this rare sculptural vessel is crafted from hammered metal in the traditional style of southern Moroccan crafts. It exemplifies the intricate artistry and r...
Category

1970s Vintage African Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Equestrian figure Koma-Bulsa, Ghana, 14th-15th century
Located in Paris, FR
Terracotta, 14th-15th century (thermoluminescence test: Interexpert 388317 from March 18, 1988). Koma-Bulsa motifs (Ghana), including a concave hairstyle with braided frontal ornamen...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Tribal Antique African Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Handmade Tamegroute Vase 2 by Contemporary Orientalism
Located in Geneve, CH
Handmade Tamegroute vase 2 by Contemporary Orientalism. Dimensions: D 20 x H 46 cm. Materials: Pottery of tamegroute natural handmade.
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2010s Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Handmade Tamegroute Vase 6 by Contemporary Orientalism
Located in Geneve, CH
Handmade Tamegroute Vase 6 by Contemporary Orientalism Dimensions: D 38 x H 40 cm Materials: Pottery of tamegroute natural handmade.  
Category

2010s Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Wiseman Ceramics, Buffalo Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Buffalo Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the celebrated Big F...
Category

2010s Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century North African Brass Hanukkah Lamp Menorah
Located in New York, NY
The hanging back-walled Hanukkah Lamp is made of brass and consists of a row of oil containers, a back and sides wall, and a hanger. A row of eight rectangular spouted oil containers is attached to the back and side walls. The pointed arch openwork back wall is flanked by two hand shaped (Hamsa) finials and is divided into two parts. The rectangular lower part is composed of a row of eight architectural arches in Islamic gate (Michreb) design. The triangular upper part bears a floral decoration. The side walls are composed of an Islamic arch...
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Early 20th Century African Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Wiseman Ceramics, Rhino Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Rhino Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. Part of the prestigious Big...
Category

2010s Modern African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Kenyan African Turkana Leather and Iron Fighting Shield Regency Hardwood Base
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original handmade Kenyan Turkana leather and iron bound fighting shield which has been expertly mounted to a Gillows quality hardwood a...
Category

1880s Tribal Antique African Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Patrick Mavros 925 Sterling Silver Zebra and Foal Figurine on a Blackwood Base
By Patrick Marvos
Located in Braintree, GB
Patrick Mavros 925 sterling silver Zebra and Foal figurine, beautifully crafted and mounted on a stunning blackwood base. Made in Africa, Zimbabwe, circa 1990s. Hallmarked with PM ...
Category

1990s African Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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