African Decorative Objects

Red Quartz Hematite crystal cluster from Izizauen Alnif, Tarhbalt, Morocco. Cylindrical stalactite of calcite crystals mixed with red hematite. Hematoid Quartz contains both the amp...

This authentic plesiosaur bone fossil on matrix from Morocco preserves a cluster of ancient bones exactly as they lay in the rock. Pale vertebrae and slender limb bones stand out aga...

A wonderful set consisting of 17 different animals made from beautiful natural malachite sourced from Congo. All animals are made by hand. The size of the different animals varies. B...

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...

From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco Here is an exceptional world class specimen of lustrous crystal luster of red-orange vanadinite crystals covering all sid...

Antique Hand-Painted and Handcrafted Moroccan Ceramic Bowl or Wall Art Decorative Plate, Large Moroccan ceramic bowl handcrafted in Fez by artisans. Hand painted Moorish ceramic plat...

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old 8.75 x 7 x 2 in. / 22 x 18 x 5 cm Weight: 4 lbs 14 oz/ 2.065 kg Ammonites were cephalopods that resembled a s...

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

Well used and loved Nupe carved hardwood wood stool with four legs and central post, openwork geometric design, with stylized multiple dancing animal or lizard forms. Large conical ...

This alien-looking trilobite, known as Ceratarges ziregensis, has a strikingly otherworldly appearance. It's difficult to believe that this creature once roamed the ancient seas. Fou...

Pottery from Morocco. Inspired by Swedish midcentury pottery like Stig Lindberg. Designed and made by a local artist in Rabat.

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...

Large Moroccan glazed ceramic vase from Fez. Moroccan Glazed Ceramic Vase with Arabic Blue Writing from Fez Morocco. Moorish Granada style ceramic handcrafted and hand painted with A...

African 20th Century carved wood Makonde abstract figure in Shetani style (Swahili: \"devil\"). Using otherworldly physical traits in 5 forms: human, mammal, fish, bird and reptile, ...

Pende or Kwese black wood small mask heavy eyelids, open mouth with carved teeth, curved scarification marks on cheeks. Heavy black patina on front and inside from years of traditio...

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural velvet botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famou...

Pair of African Sculptures — Heavy Hardwood, Primitivist Style Description: This is a pair of African sculptures carved from exceptionally heavy, high-quality hardwood, displaying r...

African Congo 20th Century carved wood Songye ceremonial fetish figure made with inlaid horn and various materials to promote fertility, vanquish enemies or protect the village. Wea...

An Oriental Ceramic Wall Plate by Pierre de Verclos Nabeul Tunisia 1930's. A beautiful dish with oriental decorations. Made at the De Verclos workshop in Nabeul. Signed on the bac...

Exceptional Natural Mineral Sculpture A magnificent and imposing freeform specimen of Orca Agate originating from Madagascar, expertly hand-polished to showcase its striking natural ...

This natural blue labradorite mineral display piece offers a subtle and refined addition to luxury interior design, modern decor, or a curiosity ca...

A superb example of fossilised marine invertebrates, this specimen originates from the high-altitude sedimentary strata of the Anti-Atlas Mountains in northwestern Morocco an internationally celebrated region for its exceptionally rich Cretaceous marine deposits. The fossil displays...

African Ivory Coast 20th Century Baule carved wood \"Spirit Spouse\" seated female figure (\"Blolo Bla\") with incised hair, symmetric face, hands at her sides, featuring crosshatche...

This trio presents traditional Ewe carved wooden figures, originating from the Ghana/Togo region of West Africa. Each figure embodies the distinctive aesthetic of Ewe sculpture, char...

Stone mortar and pestle Nigeria 20th century Measures: Mortar: 21 x 15.5 x 2 in. / 53 x 39 x 5 cm Height on custom display stand: 26...

Bamum Decorative Wooden Ancestor Figure embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People , Cameroon Private collection Brussels These commemorative statuettes ,representing a...

This bronze sculpture captures a Maasai warrior in a rare moment of stillness and anticipation — poised at the very beginning of the hunt. The figure stands tall and slender, his spe...

This hand-polished Malachite egg is a statement object that reveals the natural artistry of one of the most recognizable copper carbonate minerals. The rich green surface displays sw...

An elegant decorative bronze sculpture with an aged patina depicting an Egyptian-inspired sphinx, characterized by its reclining body, stylized wings, and human face adorned with a c...

This mid-20th century Arts and Crafts–inspired hand-carved wooden lidded vessel is a beautifully crafted decorative object that showcases skilled traditional woodworking. The vessel ...

A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expr...

Prehistoric Fossilized Trilobite Specimen from Morocco. Trilobites were an early arthropod at the beginning of the Paleozoic era in the Cambrian period. This specimen is an extinct m...

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...

Boli Fetish, Bamana, Mali Wood, ritual substances, feathers, composite materials Early 20th century Provenance: Merton D. Simpson Gallery, New York French private collection Among ...

Extra Large Curved Hoe currency Angas, Nigeria Early 20th century Iron Measures: 29.5 x 20.5 in. / 75 x 52 cm Height on custom display stand: 33.25 in. / 84 cm Weight: 20.6 pounds / 9.34 kg Combined weight with base: 43.8 pounds / 19.9 kg The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form...

Standout pair of antique Moroccan incense burners or decorative garnitures handcrafted in brass in classic Moorish form featuring cut fretwork with animals and floral designs.

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...

Ruler Selenite with gold leaf on a Lucite base. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean br...

This 24 lbs., top quality Septarian Druzy Geode Egg from Madagascar features an exposed area lined with dazzling druzy quartz crystals, as well as a polished back side, providing a h...

Vintage Hand-crafted Basket with Cowrie Shells. Leather sides and base. Hand-sewn shells to leather basket. Bottom 7".

Psychopyge elegans is a trilobite species from the Devonian Hamar Laghdad deposits near Alnif, Morocco. It is a member of the Order Phacopida. The species is known for its strange sh...

Bohemian Enameled Glass Hookah Base Vase with Arabic Script, circa late 20th Century A striking vintage Bohemian glass hookah base, beautifully execut...

Beautiful and attractive sculpture from ethnical origin and with a clear african influenced design. Signed by the artist Peter Munetsi. The happy looking sculpture would be great s...

A striking, translucent piece of Libyan Desert Glass, a type of impact glass formed when a meteorite impacted in the eastern Sahara around 29 million years ago. This catastrophic imp...

Baule Ram Mask Ivory Coast Tribal African Sculpture Large Horn Mask A striking and museum-quality Baule ram mask from Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoi...

African Ghana Contemporary carved wood Ashanti fertility doll in a minimalist style features a flattened ovoid head, incised hair texture, shall...

Vintage Moroccan Blue and Gold Embossed Leather Padfolio. Vintage leather Moroccan portfolio. Blue and gold vintage Moroccan leather hand tooled leath...

A unique set of 8 hollowed Gourds, known as Tutsi Calabash. These are hand crafted by the Tutsi tribe of Rwanda. Used as water vessels for special occasions and ceremonies. The varie...

Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene region, Namibia Measures: 8.5 cm tall x 7 cm wide Dioptase, once believed to be emerald when first encountered, is amongst the most vividly colored species. Large gem...

This striking specimen from the Democratic Republic of Congo presents a superb multi-mineral association rarely encountered in the mineral world. Sharp, glassy emerald-green Dioptase...

An impressive early 20th-century Islamic brass vase, circa 1920, distinguished by its monumental 28-inch height, elegant amphora-inspired silhouette...

Early 20th Century Shaman body bags were sacred and significant artifacts used in certain cultural practices and rituals among various indigenous communities and shamans in different...

Unusual Antique Hand Carved African Fertility Primate / Baboon, Gorilla,, Extremely well executed,, all hand carved,, remnants of original hair, bone eyes and teeth detail.

A Bronzed Metal Canopic Jar with Base, Early 20th Century Description: The jar with a lid in the form of a humanoid head wearing the pharaonic nemes headdress and false beard, ident...

Carved blackened wood horned antelope - human mask Dan People Ivory Coast, Africa. Two vertical horns probably representing a young antelope, large open round eyes and projecting li...

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 ...

Trilobites, an early arthropod relative of spiders, horseshoe crabs, and scorpions, preserved in this level of detail only occurred as a result of very sudden underwater landslides c...

- Handbuilt brown jar - Made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - Made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Aïcha. Approximate mea...

This is an antique Moroccan pottery jar that belonged to a Japanese pottery collector. Unglazed pottery also exists in Morocco. This was pro...

This massive, 133 pound, hand-polished, AAA-quality Rose Quartz freeform from Madagascar is incredibly crafted from one solid piece of Rose Quartz. This beautiful freeform is the foc...