Very Large Wall Basket, Straw and Leather, African Folk Art 1970
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
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...
Leather, Straw
Three Legged Wood Chair Geometric Back Gurage people, Ethiopia Vintage Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Wood three legged chair with openwork geometric back, from the Gurage or Oromo people, Ethiopia, Vintage Africa Carved of a single piece of wood, this was a chair for an important p...
Wood
Hand Carved Solid Ebony wood African tribal Warrior Head Bust Sculpture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful hand carved bust head African sculpture circa 1950's, nice clean condition.
Ebony
Ethiopian Milk Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Borana Oromo people of southern Ethiopia and northern Kenya are historically a cattle-keeping culture, and each household keeps a number of traditional vessels for storing and ch...
Other
$265,000
Opal
Located in New York, NY
Opal Tsehay Mewcha, Wegeltena, Delanta Woreda, South Wollo Zone, Amhara Region, Ethiopia Measures: 14.4 cm tall x 11 cm wide Precious opals are a hydrated amorphous form of silica (amorphous meaning a non-crystallized solid), unlike crystalline forms of silica, which are classed as minerals. Australia is the locality most associated with precious opal. The precious opals of Ethiopia were only discovered recently in 2008. Opals are formed over thousands of years when rain frees spherical silica particles from sandstone. These microscopic particles spread deep into underground cavities and are then compressed into a closely-packed interlaced structure. When miners bring them forth from the earth to the surface, sunlight travels through this microstructure creating the dazzling kaleidoscope of flashing rainbow colors that we see here. This opal may be unique. The colors are like no other we have seen from Ethiopia. There are several names given to opal (Black Opal, Boulder Opal, Fire opal, etc.). This piece begins an entirely new genre - Candy Opal.
Opal
Old Decorative African Wabi Sabi Wooden Hand Carved Mortar Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Old and decorative hand carved wooden bowl / mortar produced in Africa early 1900s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H: 40 cm / 15.75" Diameter: 34 cm / 13.40"
Wood
Ethiopian Wood Head Rest With Silver White Metal Beads and Dangles, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
An old well used Ethiopian head rest with attached oxidized silver or white metal beads and dangles. It is in good condition with wear, polish and eros...
Wood
Vintage Ethiopian Leather Shield on Custom Iron Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Ethiopian tribal shield on custom iron stand. This vintage shield, originating from Ethiopia, has an overall convexly rounded-shape, and is made of a rich brown animal hide with wonderful patina. The leather shield...
Metal, Iron
Primitive Bowl from Ethiopia
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A primitive bowl carved from single blank of wood.
Wood
Traditional Ethiopian Mesob Basket
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a traditional Ethiopian Mesob basket, a handwoven container crafted from dyed grass and palm leaves. Traditionally used to store and serve injera (Ethiopian ...
Rattan, Palmwood
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Sculptural tribal chair from Ethiopia in the early 20th century, circa 1900
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Sculptural tribal chair from Ethiopia in the early 20th century. Made up of pieces of wood joined by archaic fasteners of the same wood and animal (probably goat) leather strips on t...
Animal Skin, Leather, Wood
Sleep Guardian or Kata Sergo Ethiopia TOTEM 1 in Solid Natural Cedar Wood
Located in Paris, FR
TOTEM 1 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace to the top h...
Bronze
Ethiopian Carved Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
So as not to muss their intricate hairstyles while sleeping, Ethiopian women would traditionally rest their heads on these petite wooden stands. The combination of conic base and con...
Wood
A Hand-Carved Wabi Sabi Wooden Mortar, Africa, c. Early 20th Century
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Beautiful Hand-Carved Wabi Sabi Mortar that works perfectly for a planter. By unknown designer in Africa, c. early 20th Century. Wear consistent with age and use showing wonderful ...
Wood
Sleep Guardian or Kata Sergo Ethiopian TOTEM 2 in Solid Natural Cedar Wood
Located in Paris, FR
TOTEM 2 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace to the top hous...
Bronze
$299Sale Price|25% Off
Hand Carved Mango Wood Cone Sculpture, Ethiopia, Tribal, 1960
Located in New York, NY
A single piece of solid mango wood, hand carved into a standing cone, circa 1960. Use it as door stoppers, or in a group for an eye-catching accent in any rustic or eclectic decor, i...
Wood
Antique Tribal Ethiopian Ceremonial Coffee Stands
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Grouping of Ceremonial coffee stands Ethiopia Early 20th century Wood Largest: 8" high x 6" diameter (20 x 15 cm) Smallest: 6.75" x 3.50" ( 17 x 9 cm) These little known Branc...
Wood
Early 20th Century East African Carved Headrest, Ethiopia (Kambatta People)
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Showing a crescent shaped headrest braced by flattened 'V' shaped supports rising from a cupped base, decorated overall with hand carved linear motifs and exhibiting an old rubbed su...
Wood
Tribal Vessel from Ethiopia
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A robust vessel with a single handle on four legs, carved from one continuous piece of wood.
Wood
$460
H 4.22 in W 21.46 in D 21.07 in
antique Japanese wabi sabi Konebachi, hand-carved dough bowl, primitive, mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden dough bowl, Konebachi - Hand-carved from the one solid wood piece , circa 1870s - 1900s. Dough bowls were widely owned by the ordinary Japanese households, the most t...
Wood, Chestnut
$600
H 6.7 in W 35.44 in D 15.36 in
Large Antique Hungarian Dough Bowl – Hand-Carved Bowl, Early 1900s
Located in BRIGHTON, AU
This large antique Hungarian dough bowl, is a striking example of early 20th-century rural craftsmanship. Hand-carved from solid wood around the early 1900s, the bowl measures just u...
Wood
$150 / item
H 1.78 in W 4.14 in D 4.53 in
Handmade Cast Bronze Squared Wabi-Sabi Decorative Bowl, Vide-Poche, Small
By The Design Foundry
Located in London, London
Graceful bronze bowl, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient nature. It translates i...
Bronze
Vintage Boho Solid Wood Carved Bust
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This carved wooden bust exudes quiet strength and timeless presence. Sculpted from richly grained wood, the figure’s elongated neck, high cheekbones, and closed eyes suggest calm int...
Wood
$3,200
H 25.75 in W 7 in D 5.5 in
African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota Mohongwe Peoples Art
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastically hand-crafted piece by the Kota (or Bakota) tribe who are located in the northeastern region of Gabon. This figure, which is a Mahongwe reliquary figure as exhibited with its truncated almond-shaped face, is made of wound copper, hammered brass and wood. Reliquary figures were used as guardians to protect the revered bones of venerated family ancestors and leaders and ward off unwanted spirits. These figures are meant to embody intense powers and were also commonly used in communal rites and ritual performances. This particular piece came from an American collector who traveled the African continent and collected African artifacts for over 50 years. This piece has a beautiful, organically aged patina acquired naturally over time and use. It is mounted on a custom wooden display stand. We believe it dates back to the early to mid-1900s but could be older. We are listing as 20th century because we did not have it appraised. This African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota (Bakota) Mohongwe Peoples decorative art would clearly stand out as part of a collection or by itself in any setting. Truly unique, eye-catching and engaging. Dimensions on stand: 25 3/4" High, 7" Wide, 5 1/2" Deep Kota Reliquary...
Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
Ceramic
19th Century French Folk Art Storage Basket
Located in Allerum, SE
Unusually large 19th century French folk art storage basket. coiled construction with straw and bark. Ca 1890 France.
Straw
$638
H 7.41 in W 26.58 in D 27.17 in
antique Japanese wabi sabi Konebachi, large hand-carved dough bowl, primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique wooden dough bowl, Konebachi. - Hand-carved from the one solid wood piece , circa 1870s - 1900s. dough bowls were widely owned by the ordinary Japanese households, the most ...
Wood
African Incised Copper Currency Anklet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Time honored texture and form define this Nigerian copper sculptural object. The intricate geometry was achieved through a process known as scarification. The artisan would meticulou...
Copper
$584
H 3.94 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Brazilian Amazonian Marajoara Style Art Pottery Vessel Brazil R Cardoso
Located in London, GB
Brazilian Amazonian Marajoara Style Art Pottery Vessel Brazil R Cardoso An original signed work by R. Cardoso, produced in the renowned ceramic center of Icoaraci, Pará. This hand-c...
Pottery
19Thc Hand Carved Wooden Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a hand carved or turned butter bowl.The condition is very good.
Wood
Wabi Sabi Antique Bowl
Located in New York, NY
Century old teak wood bowl with beautiful patina and character. Hand carved from a single piece included the handle. Both usable and sculptural. Full dimensions with the handle; 17 x...
Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Teak
Gambela Canoe Basket
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage basket from the Gambela region of Ethiopia. Unique canoe shape with two tones of woven fibers.
Wicker
Dark Brown Large Footed Wooded Carved Handle Tray, Ethiopia, 1920s
Located in New York, NY
1920's Ethiopian large wooded footed tray with carved handle. Three available in graded sizes. ( two smaller than this one ) (S6950 and S6951) Looks great with all three varying size...
Wood
Oromo-Sidama leather warrior's shield, 1875-1925
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Ethiopian leather warrior's shield made of molded hippopotamus hide. Among the Oromo and Sidama peoples of southern Ethiopia, hide-covered shields connote the courage of warriors and...
Leather
African Eight-String Harp or Ngombi, circa 1940
Located in Labrit, Landes
The Ngombi or sacred harp or eight-string harp is the oldest sacred object of the Okani people. Ngombi is the representation of Dissumba, the mother of the human race. Two of Dissu...
Onyx, Spelter
Late 20th Century Bead and Tusk Headdress from Ethiopia
Located in New York, NY
A three-pronged male headdress, made of old "white-heart" red glass beads, leather, raffia and boar's tusks. Used by the Hamer tribe in Ethiopia. Each of the three prongs measures 13...
Beads, Bone
Late 20th Century Women's Headdress from Ethiopia
Located in New York, NY
An Ethiopian women's headpiece, made of old "white-heart" red glass beads, circa 1979. The length of the headpiece is 24 inches. The two lower ends have a 2.5-inch leather core, whi...
Beads
Hand Hewn African Ethiopian Large Wooden Bowl with Handle
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand hewn and hand carved African Ethiopian wooden bowl with handle. Original large vintage Ethiopian tribal wood bowl hand carved bowl from a ...
Hardwood
Hand-Carved Wood Bowl from Ethiopia Africa
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand hewn and hand carved African Ethiopian wooden bowl with handle. Original large vintage Ethiopian tribal wood bowl hand carved bowl from a ...
Hardwood
Ethiopian Leather and Shell Necklaces, Mid 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A selection of decorative wood necklaces from Ethiopia, circa 1970. Stitched in leather with bead and money cowry shells and metal trimmings. Mounted on black metal stands. Two ava...
Metal
Ethiopian Wood Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A headrest or stool, hand carved out of a single piece of teak wood. From Ethiopia, late 20th century. Mounted on a 4" x 4" black metal stand.
Teak
Ethiopian Wood Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A headrest or stool, hand carved out of a single piece of teak wood. From Ethiopia, late 20th century. Mounted on a 4" x 4" black metal stand.
Teak
Ethiopian Wood Headrest
Located in New York, NY
A headrest or stool, hand carved out of a single piece of teak wood. From Ethiopia, late 20th century. Mounted on a 4" x 4" black metal stand.
Teak
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