African Decorative Objects

Vintage sculptural wooden stool, made in Africa. Mid 20th century organic modern form. A charming decorative object for the modern interior with a fi...

Creel and Gow Wicker (Rattan) pedestal with Urn. Measures: 19.5" x 27.75" x 65.75" Introducing Creel and Gow's exclusive wicker and rattan collect...

Ruler Selenite with an 18th century Italian gold leaf fragment and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spar. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the artist and creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects when she created the piece and the period shows that the Italian fragment is originally 18th century. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...

A decorative double head bust that drums as well. Carved from one lumb of dark wood and featuring a cow hide drum. It was made by hand in South Africa during the 1980s and brought ba...

Middle Eastern Egyptian 20th Century carved and painted wood Mami Wata figure in realistic form featuring incised black hair, piercing eyes, a form-fitting r...

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...

19th Century Middle Eastern Moorish brass repousse bowl, finely hand-etched, engraved, hammered and chased with elaborate Moorish Syrian designs decorated with medallions of Arabic c...

Bulbous shaped pottery lidded vessels tapering to the base. Decorated with blue and turquoise bands with scrolled vines and long stemmed flowers in yellow, white and brown. With comp...

This bronze sculpture of a Goat has a beautiful Green patina. It was made in North Africa. Probably dates the 40's. Its has really nice detail.

This exceptional Dioptase crystal cluster from the DRC embodies everything that makes this mineral so sought after among serious collectors. With its deep, emerald-green color and ge...

Top quality, center-of-a-choice petrified wood sphere from Madagascar. This incredible specimen is shaped from a solid piece of petrified wood. Hand-polished to a mirrored finish. It has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of brown, red, and orange. Fossilized Petrified Wood, which is also known as Agatized Wood...

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...

This thick coating of rare Cobaltoan calcite on host rock is beautifully crystallized with incredible natural sparkle and luster and truly the best hot pink color we have seen in thi...

Large Moroccan Moorish polished brass planter, handcrafted and chiselled with fine Moorish arches and foliate designs. On each side there are a round hand-carved handle, the interior is copper red and polished gold for the exterior. Very decorative round shape brass plant holder...

Middle Eastern Persian style (19/20th Cent) glazed earthenware square vase decorated with floral design with Persian figure of a man.

Vintage Organic Modern Moroccan Thuya Burl Keepsake / Trinket Box, circa 1980s. This exceptional trinket box is a masterclass in organic texture, showcasing the rare and aromatic bea...

Moroccan Moorish metal candle lantern with open metal work Moorish design. Hurricane candle lamp handcrafted in Morocco by artisans, metal hand-cut and...

Lustrous cluster of rhombohedral formation of calcite with heavy inclusions of brick red hematite. The calcite crystal faces are fully terminated with sharp rhombohedral form in a su...

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...

Moroccan Tamgroute vintage, 1960's green olive jar with handles, or planter. Handcrafted by the Berber people in Tamgroute Morocco. Great glazed earthenware with different hues of green and black. A pair is available, slightly different glaze Top diameter is 10" inside opening is 7" D. Jar is 38" H x 20" D in the widest part. Wonderful green and brown shimmering that can be found only in south Morocco in the village of Tamgroute. The color and texture is a result of the particular alchemy created by the potters of Tamegroute and remains a family affair handed down through the generations. Each pottery piece is completely unique and no two are ever the same. Please note that the traditional method in which the plates are fired involves stacking which result in tiny ‘scars’ inside the plate and in the glaze making, each bowl is unique the beauty is found in the imperfection of each piece. Tamegroute pottery are true showpieces showing that even imperfect can be perfect. Tamegroute remains the only rural pottery in Morocco using oxidized copper which creates its famous green color. Its potteries are also the only location where you will find their unique forms. The process however remains much the same. Clay is dug up from the local Draa river banks, thrown by hand & fired inkilns built into steep slopes using a single firing. Vintage green glazed pottery...

Elephant Vase The Elephant Vase is an extraordinary piece of ceramic decorative art that beautifully embodies the spirit of South Africa’s wildlife. Craf...

African Mali cast bronze figural helmet on stand, 20th century Offered for sale is a mid-20th century African lost wax cast bronze figural helmet o...

From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco An exceptional world-class cluster of hexagonal brick-red Vanadinite crystals with glassy luster on limonite matrix. These ...

Vintage African Tuareg Silver Outer Layer on Ebony Wood Jewelry Box. Rectangular form Islamic Tuareg Jewelry Box. Gorgeous Islamic jewelry treasure trink...

A rare paired set of forged iron throwing knives attributed to the Magali and Fali peoples of Northern Cameroon and Northeastern Nigeria—forms that exist at the intersection of weapo...

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...

This is a wonderful 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...

This stunning vintage box is a masterclass in the ancient art of Sadeli micro-inlay, reflecting the rich architectural and decorative traditions of Morocco. The lid and sides are met...

Five Tribal Bronze Snuff Rings, Tiv Culture, Nigeria Brass or copper alloy 4.5 (11.4 cm) to 2.25 (6.7 cm) inches high 19th century A fascinating collection...

Vintage leather Moroccan embossed leather padfolio. Red vintage leather portfolio embossed with gold 22 carat design. Handmade leather stamped with 22...

A splendid resin statue made by an unknown artist, in a limited edition. There is a label under the brass base specifying the edition number of the statue (1399/2000). This statue r...

Unique abstract female Tchiwara sculpture from Mali (Bamana people ) circa 1930's. Beautifully hand-carved wood and mixed media.

This stunning Flamingo Coin Dish from Love Art Ceramics beautifully captures the essence of South African wildlife and its rich botanical landscape. Sculpted by Sbu and Nathi, and ha...

The "Mother Monkey Sculpture" from Ardmore Ceramics, meticulously hand-sculpted and hand-painted by Sthabiso Hadebe, is a striking work of art that beautifully captures the essence o...

Whimsical Set of 10 Hand Carved African Mix Woods Animals Napkin Ring Holders , circa 1970's walnut , maple etc mahogany. Incredible pieces of scu...

Museum quality, huge hand-polished free-form specimen, made from a solid piece of natural Madagascan Ocean Jasper. This large piece has an amazing pattern with beautiful hues of gree...

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...

From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India Large translucent cubic crystals of calcite on light pink heulandite crystal cluster matrix. The calcite has rich milky color with sharp term...

A striking example of West African material culture, this Igbo iron currency knife from Nigeria embodies the intersection of economy, artistry, and ritual within traditional African societies. Before the widespread adoption of coinage and paper money, many regions across Africa used forms of metal currency—objects whose intrinsic material value, craftsmanship, and symbolic form made them widely accepted as units of exchange. Among the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, iron currency objects such as knives, rods, and bracelets circulated not only as mediums of trade but also as markers of wealth, social status, and ceremonial exchange. This particular form—often referred to as a currency knife—features an elegantly curved profile with a tapering blade-like extension and finely incised surface decoration. Forged and hand-carved from iron, the piece demonstrates the remarkable skill of traditional blacksmiths, whose work held both practical and spiritual significance in Igbo culture. The etched geometric motifs along the surface speak to a visual language of craftsmanship passed through generations, transforming what was once a utilitarian object into a sculptural artifact rich with cultural meaning. Mounted on a custom-made platform for display, the piece now reads as a refined sculptural object. Its weathered iron patina, subtle textural variations, and dynamic crescent silhouette give it a commanding presence—equally compelling as a collectible ethnographic artifact or as a distinctive decorative accent in a contemporary interior. Today, objects like this Igbo currency...

From the world-famous Tsumeb Mine in Namibia, this specimen displays an outstanding combination of large, fully formed azurite crystals of rich, midnight blue hue with a dazzling lus...

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...

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...

Succulent Bird Jewelry Box Hand Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello The Succulent Bird Jewelry Box is a stunning ceramic art piece ...

1950's handwoven baskets from Morocco ... lovely colors, in good vintage condition...

Here is a large vertebrae from the massive Spinosaurus maroccanus theropod dinosaur. It comes from From Baharija Formation, South of Taouz, Kem-kem Basin, Morocco. Spinosaurus (mean...

Pair of Handcrafted Moroccan Ceramic Vases with Moorish Calligraphy, Fez – Statement Décor An impressive pair of Moroccan ceramic vases from Fez, hand-crafted with a deep chocolate b...

A great table-top object. This example exhibits a lovely patinated finish. Mouse riding on a frog's back.

Contemporary Tamagroute Green Set Of Bowls - Four Large Bowls. Tamegroute is a small Moroccan village simply known for it's rich traditional ceramics. The clay is cut by hand from ...

This Tuareg leather box presents a refined and understated interpretation of traditional Saharan craftsmanship. Created by a Malian artisan now based in the United States, the work i...

This Tuareg leather box is a finely crafted oval container created by a Malian artisan now living and working in the United States. Contemporary in its production yet grounded in cen...

Great decorative Moroccan Berber Tuareg metal brass powder flask. African decorative brass with front richly decorated with Moorish embossed brass ocverlay. Moroccan tribal powder fl...

Early Ghost Like Kumu Mask With Kaolin Open Eyes Mouth Teeth, Congo, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its age, use,...

This Grébo tribal mask carved from patinated wood is a remarkable piece of ethnic art, symbolizing the culture of the Grébo people from Ivory Coast. Featuring a long, straight nose placed between six eyes, it expresses the power and depth of African primitive art...

vintage Moroccan brass round trinket box decorated with multicolored jewelled beads in turquoise blue, ruby red, emerald green and onyx black. handcrafted metal brass box with lid fi...

Love Art Ceramics, a talented group of African artists, has created this lovely pumpkin, a one-of-a-kind piece crafted and painted entirely by hand by two artists. Featuring a beauti...

All our totem sculptures are hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable African alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair tra...

A striking pair of **hand-carved wooden figural table lamps by Paul László, featuring sculptural seated figures mounted on black bases. Each lamp is accented with a decorative brass...

All our TOTEM sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair trade. We t...

Hand made early 20th century Moroccan antique Berber case flask, carved wood covered with brass and silvered metal filigree, delicately hand-hammered metal with animals decor for pow...

A natural honey quartz crystal specimen originating from Madagascar, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases. Formed over millions of years, this natural calcite...