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Place of Origin: Congolese
Kuba Beaded Laket Prestige Cap
By Kuba
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell, Fabric
African Mangbetu Ceremonial Jug
By Mangbetu People
Located in Chicago, IL
The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. From the spout formed to look like hair, through the face, and down to the gourd shaped base, this jug seamlessly transitio...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Natural Silky Fibrous Malachite Large Cabinet Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large cabinet example of a silky fibrous malachite specimen sourced from Congo, presented on a bespoke medium base for interior display.
Malachite is known for its vivid natural g...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
African Mangbetu Terracotta Ceremonial Jug
By Mangbetu People
Located in Chicago, IL
The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. Two aspects of the tribe's traditional culture can be seen in this handled jug—the allusion to tall coiffured hair, and the...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Large Kongo Tribal Mask in Hand-Carved Wood with Natural Pigments
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Kongo tribal mask is a finely handcrafted decorative piece inspired by the traditional art of the Songhe tribes from Central Africa. Made from hand-carved wood and adorned with ...
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Malachite Sphere
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional hand-carved Malachite sphere showcases the stone’s signature swirling green banding, concentric bullseyes, and natural luster. Expertly hand-polished to a high sheen...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$599
African Topoke Currency Sword on Custom Metal Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An African iron currency blade or sword from Nkutshu, the Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire), of the Topoke, Songo and Meno peoples, which is nicely presented upon a custom metal stand. Such blades were used by various tribal groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a form of currency. They were used to close a variety of important transactions such as land deals or the proposal of marriage. This African sword...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
An Unusually Large 19th Century Topoke Tribe Currency Sword
Located in Hudson, NY
This currency sword, like most African trade currency items, was used as a way to transfer wealth for the purpose of buying land or animals but is most ...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Ethnic Design-Anthropomorphic ceramic vessel, Luba People, DRC.
Located in Leuven , BE
This vessel vividly illustrates anthropomorphic design through its bold depiction of a human-like figure. The spout is sculpted as an open-mouthed face, complete with stylized eyes a...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ethnic Design-Crescent shaped terracotta pot, Solongo People, DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
Terracotta pot of roughly crescent shape featuring a pair of naively modelled human figures seated on the concave edge, each with arms folded to the abdomen and feet pointing downwar...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Figurative Wooden Sculpture by F Tamba
Located in Antwerp, BE
Highly rare and decorative elegant scene in wood of a man making respectfully advances to a lady, with female servants bringing food. Made in Congo in the 20th century, and offered b...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$2,630 Sale Price
35% Off
Ethno Design Selection of 7 Cache-Sexe Made of Palm Leaf, Mangbetu People, DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
Back aprons (negbe, pl. egbe) such as these were particularly popular among upper-class Mangbetu women at the turn of the 20th century. This distinctive kidney-shaped ornament pad wa...
Category
1930s Vintage Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Organic Material
Lega Bwami Society Mask on Display Stand with Provenance
Located in Atlanta, GA
On offer is a Lega Bwami society wooden mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. It was likely from the first half of the 20th century and an authentic in-field piece. The mask di...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Ethno Design early 20th Century, Drc, Selection of Three Bark Cloth Beaters
Located in Leuven , BE
Three old and well used bark cloth beater made out of a wooden shaft with a cross-hatched blackened tip which is lashed into position by a strip of cane. These grooved wooden beater were tools used to pound and soften tree bark, for the processing of bark cloth used as clothing. This tool has many different variations that are seen in indigenous cultures worldwide, yet all for a similar purpose. They vary in size, shapes, and materials. They are carved with parallel striations. Some bark beaters...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Small early Kuba Cup With Sweet Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Small early Kuba Cup With Sweet Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa
Finely carved hair in tight geometric form, small projecting ears. Some damage and wear t...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Vintage Africanist Brass Sculpture, Signed Mukendi, Circa 1970
Located in Bilzen, BE
"Vintage Africanist Brass Sculpture, Signed Mukendi, Circa 1970"
Elegant vintage Africanist sculpture in solid brass, signed Mukendi. The composition depicts two highly stylised elo...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Malachite Pyramid
Located in New York, NY
This remarkable hand-carved Malachite pyramid highlights the stone’s natural artistry in a refined geometric form. Fashioned from genuine Malachite, the sculpture displays the minera...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
African Lidded Vessel, Congo
Located in New York, NY
The Shi peoples are agriculturalists living on the shores of Lake Kivu in D.R. Congo. Artistically they are best known for their distinctively carved cups and pitchers...
Category
20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
African Sculpture Zaire Antique Copper Coin
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
That's a true antique copper coin from Zaire, very rare: a modern simple sculpture !
I saw only another one like this, but it was not authentic: done for ...
Category
1920s Archaistic Vintage Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Natural Blue Botryoidal Malacholla Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A superb example of a naturally-occurring botryoidal malacholla specimen, favoured for its vivid natural blue colour! This sizeable specimen is presented on one of our exclusive base...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Natural Fiber
Malachite Sphere
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional hand-polished Malachite sphere is a mesmerizing work of natural art, showcasing the mineral’s striking banded patterns in vivid shades of green. The perfectly define...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$649
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 Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Organic Material
Lightwood Male Statue Snake Vertebrae Belt and Necklace, Mangbetu People, DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
The Mangbetu people once reigned over a flourishing kingdom in northeastern Congo. Hence their traditional art flourished around the court. Their very rare figural sculptures are rem...
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Softwood
Collection of 20 Decorative and Expressive Bembe Mudzini Reliquary Heads DRC
Located in Leuven , BE
These heads allowed the relatives to always have a link with the deceased, second half of the 20th century.
Category
Late 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Textile
Polished Malachite Chrysocolla Organic Free-Form Natural Specimen
Located in Forney, TX
A visually striking authentic Congolese mined polished solid Malachite & Chrysocolla natural specimen (midcentury modern Brutalist decoration, sculpture, or paperweight)
The undulating surface of this unique freeform example presents with a layer of bright blue Chrysocolla interrupted by the Malachite's desirable rich deep green shades of banding. This beautiful specimen even shows an intricate botryoidal growth of the Malachite below the Chrysocolla. This is one highly decorative and intriguing offering, perfect for any fossil or geode collector, artifact collection, nature enthusiast, or simply displayed as a stunning objet d'art for anyone looking to elevate their home decor. Easily adding bold vivid color and dramatic variations, unique texture, organic shape and distinctive sculptural form design elements; this fairly large and impressive curiosity is sure to bring a touch of timeless elegant sophistication, rustic warmth, tranquil serenity...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Late 19th Cent. Kuba Drum W Honey Brown Patina - Harry Franklin Collection
Located in Culver City, CA
A tall and elegant wood pedestal drum with a fully-carved face on the side, and two registers of incised linear designs above and below. It has an absolutely gorgeous honey-brown pa...
Category
Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$7,840 Sale Price
34% Off
Pair of Mounted Copper Ankle Bracelets, Currency Pieces, Mbole People, Congo
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of large copper ankle bracelets, used as currency, Mbole People, Democratic Republic of Congo. Mounted on custom steel bases. Slightly different in size, these bracelets are obj...
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Malachite Elephant
Located in New York, NY
This striking Malachite elephant exemplifies both geological beauty and artistic craftsmanship. Deftly hand-carved from a solid piece of genuine Malachite, the sculpture reveals the ...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$3,500
Old African Cup With Heads
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/4911 - Unusual cup that comes from Rwanda, formerly Zaire, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
I bought it at an exibition, from a young African man well known to dealers in Paris. ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Other Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Fruitwood
Hand-Carved African White Rhino / Rhinoceros Marble Sculpture - Signed
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand-carved African white rhino / rhinoceros sculpture, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 8.5"W x 2.75"D x 4.25"H; it is signed on the undersi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
A Pair of Copper Currencies: “Katanga Crosses”
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A Pair of Copper Currencies: “Katanga Crosses”
Central African Copper Belt (DR Congo, Zambia or Zimbabwe)
Cast copper, archaeological patina
Size each:...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
$3,900 / set
Mayemba Rare Bronze African Women Sculpture, Congo, 2002
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Bronze Sculpture by Mayemba (1946-), Congo, 2002. This striking bronze sculpture by the Congolese artist Mayemba (1946-) features two African women with trays, capturing a powerful e...
Category
Early 2000s Post-Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Natural Malachite round Bowl with brass rim, 1950s
Located in Bilzen, BE
Round natural malachite stone bowl or Vide Poche with brass rim.
This malachite was found in Congo DR
It can be used as vide-poche, candy bowl or jewelry bowl.
Deep emerald green c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
African Congo Fetish Statue, Houses Spirits for Protection, Late 20th- Century
Located in Miami, FL
African Congo Fetish Statue, Houses Spirits for Protection 20th- Century
Offered for sale is a late 20th-century African tribal fetish statue of a doubl...
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Two Malachite Picture Frames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two malachite picture frames. One is Landscape measuring 10 inches wide x 7.75 inches high. The other is Portrait. Each have a bronze inner frame.
Both hold pictures measured at 5.7...
Category
Late 20th Century Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$2,400 / set
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Category
20th Century Dutch Colonial Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$334 Sale Price
20% Off
Congolese Fang Carved Mask Sculpture
Located in Long Island City, NY
Congolese Fang Carved Mask Sculpture on a metal base. A "fang mask" refers to a type of ceremonial mask created by the Fang people, an ethnic group from Central Africa, primarily fo...
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Carrollite from Kamoya Mines, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
From Kamoya Mines, Lualaba Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Several bright metallic crystals of rare carrollite running through white calcite crystals with brassy yellow-m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$1,125 Sale Price
25% Off
Malachite Elephant
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved Malachite elephant is a striking fusion of natural artistry and symbolic meaning. Sculpted from genuine Malachite, the sculpture showcases the mineral’s vivid hues, ...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$3,000
Genuine Polished Malachite Lion Carving (5.2 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed lion carving is masterfully hand-carved from a single, solid piece of malachite that was sourced from Zaire. Polished to a mirrored finish, the top quality ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$1,650 Sale Price
25% Off
Hand-Carved Malachite Skull
Located in New York, NY
This striking Malachite skull has been meticulously hand-carved to showcase the stone’s natural beauty while offering a bold decorative statement. Vivid bands of deep emerald and lig...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Genuine Polished Malachite Egg (1.9 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from top-quality malachite sourced from Zaire, this hand-polished egg boasts a distinct banded pattern and solid composition without any fill. Displayed on an acrylic stand, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$637 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Chokwe Mask
Located in Pasadena, TX
This mask was made by the Chokwe people of the Democratic
Republic of Congo. It has detailed metalwork and is finely carved.
Probably dates around the 1960's.
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Knife From The Momvu Meje Mangbetu Tribe - Dr Congo Uele Region - 19th African
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Knife From The Momvu Meje Mangbetu Tribe - Dr Congo Uele Region - 19th African
Wear consistent with age and use
Tribal Art - Congo - African
Measures : 6cmx4,5cm H:31cm
Category
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
Malachite Sphere
Located in New York, NY
This striking hand-polished Malachite sphere showcases the stone’s signature swirling green banding and deep natural luster. Crafted from solid, natural Malachite, it features mesmer...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$499
Early small Kuba Cup With Refined Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$1,440 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Pair of 20th Century Mbole Currency Pieces on Custom Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
Immerse yourself in the rich cultural of the Mbole people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with this exquisite pair of 20th-century Mbole copper currency cuffs. Mounted on cus...
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Genuine Polished Malachite Sphere (2.4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This genuine polished Malachite sphere is sourced from Zaire and features a well-defined green banded pattern. It is solid material with no fill and comes with an acrylic display sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$787 Sale Price
25% Off
Genuine Polished Malachite Bowl (3.6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$1,200 Sale Price
25% Off
African Iron Spear-Form Currency Mounted On A Custom Steel Base
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful spear form currency with spiral loops below the spear head festooned with three 'bells' on each side. An appealing design executed by a master craftsman. Beautifully mounte...
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Malachite Fish
Located in New York, NY
This finely detailed 272-gram Malachite fish has been expertly hand-carved and hand-polished from top-quality Malachite sourced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The stone’s v...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$299
Genuine Polished Malachite Sphere (2.55 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This genuine polished Malachite sphere is sourced from Zaire and features a well-defined green banded pattern. It is solid material with no fill and comes with an acrylic display sta...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$862 Sale Price
25% Off
Pende or Kwese Black Wood Small Mask Heavy Eyelids Teeth, DRC Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Malachite Sphere
Located in New York, NY
This 3.5" Malachite sphere has been expertly hand-polished from solid natural stone, bringing out the mineral’s flowing green banding and striking bullseyes. The smooth finish allows...
Category
2010s Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$599
Hoe-Shaped Iron Currency "Mbili Ngbaka, " Ngbaka, D.R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Hoe-Shaped Currency "Mbili Ngbaka," Ngbaka, D.R. Congo
20th century
Iron, accumulation
16 x 7 in. / 41 x 18 cm
Height on custom display stand: 18.25 in. / 46 cm
This interesting type of iron currency was used for major transactions such as dowry payments. The two wings added to the lower tips of the hoe underline the non-utilitarian character of this type of currency (Ballarini, "The Perfect Form...
Category
20th Century Other Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Mbole Yela Face mask with original Raphia and Cloth
Located in Leuven , BE
This rare, almost circular-shaped masks, belongs to the Ekanga secret society and would have been kept in baskets at the heart of their sanctuaries. The minimalist style and the whit...
Category
1920s Vintage Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
African Yoruba Cowrie Shell, Beaded Fertility Doll, 20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
African Yoruba Cowrie Shell, Beaded Fertility Doll, 20th Century
Offered for sale is a 20th century African Yoruba hand-carved wood fertility doll made in the Tribal style. These d...
Category
20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood, Shell, Beads
Malachite Vide Poche and Pair of Eggs
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A set consisting of one natural solid vide poche (10x7x3 cm) of malachite with an organic shape as well as a pair of eggs which are solid too. The measurements of the eggs are 5x3,5 cm.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$777 / set
Ancient Cubist Danced Kuba Mask Black Patina Cone Eyes Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Ancient Cubist Kuba Dance Mask Black Patina, Cone Shaped Eyes, from the Congo, Africa.
It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for it...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
$1,125 Sale Price
25% Off
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