African Decorative Objects

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 8.75 × 7.5 × 1.875 in. / 22 × 19 × 4.75 cm Weight: 4.125 lbs / 2.169 kg Height on custom display ...

Bamileke Decorative Wooden Flute or Whistle embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection...

Premier quality shoulder mount taxidermy Burchell's zebra, a southern subspecies of the plains zebra, from South Africa. This exquisite piece of art measures 37” x 16” x 30”, making it a rare and unique find for collectors and nature enthusiasts alike. The Burchell's zebra is named after the British explorer and naturalist William John Burchell and is also known as the bontequagga, Damaraland zebra, or Zululand zebra. This zebra specimen boasts distinctive brown and white stripes that are particularly wide, creating a striking contrast against its coat. Moreover, each individual's stripe pattern is unique, which acts as an identifying characteristic similar to fingerprints in human beings. This shoulder mount taxidermy specimen is an excellent representation of the natural beauty and diversity of Burchell's zebra, which inhabits open savannas, woodlands, and scrublands of southeastern Africa. This mount is not only visually appealing, but it also adds a touch of versatility to any living space. It can be easily mounted on a wall or as a table mount, making it an ideal focal point in a variety of settings. Whether it's displayed in a dinning room, office, living room or library this zebra mount...

“In Step” is a very personal piece for me — a bronze sculpture that captures the quiet tenderness between a mother elephant and her calf. I was moved to sculpt this moment after watc...

A wonderful example of the Paradoxides acadoparadoxides briareus trilobite measuring 465mm held by the custom bronze mount, our classic range of specimens set into bronze clasps. The...

African art vase, wood, 20th century. Measures: H: 29 cm, D: 17 cm. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.

Large antique Moroccan blue and white ceramic urn with lid from Fez. Moorish style handcrafted lidded jar adorned with fine filigree silver nickel work Antique Hispano Moresque desig...

A compatible pair of superbly crafted African busts in an extraordinary exotic hardwood. Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribe...

Antique Moroccan Koran Scroll Talisman Box Amulet Holder Made of Metal Silvered Repousse. Large Berber tribal ethnic talisman pendant storage box with a lovely original patina, a rare, large amulet necklace probably from Morocco. Traditionally the case would have contained a small copy of the Koran or other protective religious verses or written incantations were sealed inside to protect the wearer. In square shape, silvered metal repousse talisman case which stored a miniature Koran or talisman considered to hold special protective powers. This ornate box is a Quran case or carrier and would have originally been worn by someone to protect from the evil eye. Silvered metal box with hanging charms that will makes sounds to push away any bad spirit when moving. As the wearer moves, a soft jingling sound is made by the dangle drops. Noise is thought to drive djinns (evil spirits) away. The front has intricate, dense geometric design, the box opened from the top by sliding a small piece of metal. Large pendant with hanging amber colored beads, embossed silver metal with geometrical relief and repousse. This beautiful antique ethnic piece could be worn as a piece of jewelry pendant. Great Islamic Folk Art, metal work, bold, beautiful, great to use as a collectible Islamic object displayed on the wall or on a table. Material: nickel silvered metal. Circa 1920's. Probably from Morocco, but similar objects can also been found in Islamic country around the world in North Africa from Morocco to Algeria, and also in Asia,Afghanistan Oman, Malaysia, India Kashmir...

Antique Ashanti Akua’ba Fertility Doll, Ghana – Traditional African Art A striking Akua’ba fertility doll from the Ashanti (Asante) people of Ghana, this hand-carved wooden figure em...

An African currency bracelet on a custom black steel mount. Bracelet alone measures 4.5"W x 1.5"D x 4.75"H.  

This strikingly bold and well detailed Hand-Carved Mossi Tribe Ceremonial Wood Mask on Elevated Sculptural Base originates from Burkina Faso, Circa 1960. The Mossi people from which ...

For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...

A circa 1920's Turkish hammered copper vase with elephant details on sides. Measurements: Height: 23" Width: 10.5" Depth: 7"

A finely preserved Ancient Egyptian faience ushabti figure dating to the New Kingdom, 19th Dynasty, circa 1293–1185 B.C. Ushabtis were funerary servant figures placed in tombs to per...

This rare Egyptian fragment depicts a female figure, the Ptolemaic Queen Arsinoe II. Clad in a tightly fitting garment, revealing the curves of her b...

A cast bronze sculpture representing a stylized leopard head surmounted by a standing feline, attributed to Edo artists of Benin City, Nigeria. Created within the artistic traditions...

Handmade tamegroute vase 7 by Contemporary Orientalism Dimensions: D 40 x H 60 cm Materials: Pottery of tamegroute natural handmade.

From Agoudal Mine, Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous translucent pink cobalt-rich calcite crystals on the top face of elongated matrix...

Handcrafted small Moroccan glass lantern or Moorish pendant. Multicolor molded glass in green, lavender, blue and clear. Hurricane candle lamp handmade in Marrakech, vintage metal in...

Pair of Antique Natural Hippopotamus Tooth Bookends, Mounted Sculptural Specimen A rare and striking pair of mounted natural hippopotamus tooth bookends, dating from the turn of the...

Large cast Benin bronze rooster. Finely cast detailed plumage and definition. Good overall condition with overall verdi gris patina. Structurally sound and sturdy. Some minor holes t...

Brass vase from Africa 1990s Great condition.

Extra-large hand-carved kambaba jasper bowl, beautifully worked from richly patterned orbicular kambaba jasper displaying deep forest-green tones with striking black and dark olive “...

Tourmaline Rubaya, Bahunde, Masisi Territory, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo Measures: 5.1 cm tall x 2 cm wide.

African "Monkey Tree" bronze sculpture, with a troop of 19 monkeys about a tree of life unsigned. The base measures 4" x 3".  

Natural Malachite Specimen – 7.7 kg – 21 cm High An impressive natural malachite formation featuring striking stalagmite-like structures and rich deep-green hues. This large specime...

Baule antelope-human wood old weaving heddle loom pulley. From Ivory Coast, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its ag...

African Tanzania Contemporary carved wood Makonde fearsome demon head in stylized elongated form features incised hair, long narrow nose, flaring nostrils plus an openwork snarling m...

This elegant alabaster circular bowl is carved evenly throughout with thin walls displaying a beautiful translucence when exposed to direct light. It features high curving sides, a ...

A Moroccan Decorative Lidded Box, 20th Century Provenance: Private Australian Collection. Dimensions: Height: 27cm. Width: 31cm. Depth: 18cm.

From Touissit Mine, 21 km SSE of Oujda, Jerada Province, Oriental, Morocco Large cluster of translucent yellow bladed wulfenite crystals over tan-colored matrix. The wulfenite cryst...

Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa. In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...

Finely carved portrait kpwan mask with tall, braided hair design, dark to black patina, from the Baule People, Ivory Coast, Africa, ex Fearing. Well carved features, curved slit eyes...

This striking Goethite vug from Morocco features a naturally hollow formation lined with shimmering botryoidal textures and rich metallic luster. Reddish brown tones contrast beautif...

Ruler selenite adorned with an 18th century Italian gilded fragment and natural forming baroque pearls and mounted on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, pri...

Introducing a heart-warming abstract sculpture depicting two lovers in embrace that also serves as a tealight or small candle holder making it the perfect centerpiece for a dining ta...

This beautifully preserved Crinoid fossil showcases intricate arm structures radiating from a compact calyx, all naturally embedded in sandstone matrix. With distinct detail and orga...

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

These modern copper straws are presented in a Lucite box decorated with a Rose Quartz Agate cabochon. This unique and bespoke copper straw set is part of the Egg Designs Dawa luxury bar set collection and will be a great addition to any home cocktail bar...

Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color.

A finely cast bronze portrait head in the style of the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Ife, Nigeria. This dignified bust exhibits hallmark features of c...

Small sweet early Kuba Cup with refinedf face, finely carved hair, with a handle, from the DRC, Africa Finely incised hair in tight geometric form, small proj...

Hand-Carved Stone Candelabra, Three-Branched Design, Morocco 1970s Moroccan candleholder carved from stone and adorned with very thin geometric patterns on both sides. Artisanal wo...

The Ceramic Water Bird Frog Rider, crafted by Zimele Ceramics in South Africa, is a distinctive piece from the African Circus collection. Hand-sculpted by MpIIo and hand-painted by V...

Large Middle Eastern Islamic finely hand-etched brass memorial footed bowl decorated with medallions with Arabic calligraphy inscriptions and scene of wild animals. Moorish style hea...

Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo An unusually large and striking non-figurative vessel from the Mangbetu people, comprised of six lobes joined to a c...

From Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) Colorful specimen of lustrous translucent blue cornetite crystals with translucent green malachite crystals coverin...

Top quality, beautiful polished cross-section of Ocean Jasper freeform from Madagascar. Polished to smooth mirror finish and is a perfect addition to any crystal collection. Ocean ...

Large African wall-hanging basket, Circa 1970. This large decorative basket comes from Africa, purchased by one of my clients during a trip to Ethiopia in the 70s. It is made of han...

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...

Large green Moorish ceramic Urns chiseled with Arabic calligraphy poetry writing.Handcrafted vases from Fez Morocco etched with Arabic calligraphy.This kind of Moorish ceramic art work could be found in the Alhambra palace...

Discover the allure of this Imperial Topaz from Zambia. This 16-gram gemstone boasts a striking golden hue, making it a prized addition to any collection. Key Features: Dimensions: ...

This Genuine Polished Malachite bowl is meticulously crafted and features intricate concentric growth patterns. Sourced from Zaire, it has no fill and boasts powerful balancing and m...

From Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous rounded cluster of vibrant pink scalenohedral calcite crystals. The calcite is translucent to transparent...

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 lus...

Antique Letter Opener in Ebony Africa, Early 20th Century. Beautiful and hand made letter opener in solid ebony, made in Africa in the beginning of the 20th century. Depicting a sty...

Middle Eastern Moorish style monumental brass ewer with incised and enamel decoration.

This is a fantastic piece likely made by the Mangetu tribe of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is finely detailed and quite large and hefty. These pieces were originally made...

A large desert rose selenite crystal formation. Selenite, also known as satin spar, desert rose, or gypsum flower are four crystal structure varieties of the mineral gypsum. These ...