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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Nupe Gourd Water Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the natural world, nupe ceramicists fired this water vessel in the shape of a gourd. The vessel's varied textures and colors come from its utilitarian design. The paralle...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Cerrusite on Rosasite From Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
This singular combination piece out of the Tsumeb mine, Namibia, was sourced in the 1970s. Large, abundant, gemmy cerrusite crystals on almost shockingly vibrant turquoise-hued rosas...
Category
1970s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal, Other
Tribal Early 20th Century Ceremonial Pipe, Bamoun People, Cameroon
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tribal Early 20th Century Ceremonial Pipe, Bamoun People, Cameroon
A ceremonial tobacco pipe fashioned of hardened clay depicting three bearded men, the center figure with arms on c...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Carrollite
Located in New York, NY
This metallic carrollite specimen from the DRC displays a dark gray color and a handsome sheen. This sulfide mineral appears almost otherworldly and takes on a diamond structure.
D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
$5,000
Donald Greig Seated Cheetah Bronze Sculpture
By Donald Greig
Located in Astoria, NY
Donald Greig (South African, b. 1959) Seated Cheetah Patinated Bronze Sculpture, 2000, signed and dated to reverse, on black marble oval plinth, with plaque "Presented to Tom Presby ...
Category
Early 2000s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
African Bronze Benin Sculpture
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
This is a Benin-style bronze sculpture, likely inspired by the traditional lost-wax casting techniques used by the Edo people of the Kingdom of Benin (modern-day Nigeria).
Descripti...
Category
19th Century Edo Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vide Poche Minimalist in Wood , Gabon 1950 Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Vide Poche Minimalist in Wood , Gabon 1950 Brown Color
Category
1950s Minimalist Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Yoruba House Post - Ex-Christie's
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A European functionary, a cane in his right hand, carries a ledger in his left, he wears a visored CAP, collar and tie. He is moustached and has a cigar in his jacket pocket. Probab...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Large Antique Carved Wood Male Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chi wara is a ritual headdress used by the Bambara people in Mali. Portrayed as both male or female figures Chi ware is associated with agriculture. This larg...
Category
Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Madonna and Baby Sculpture by African Artist Ndatite Ilo, Rwanda
By Ndatite Ilo
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tutsi tribe artist Ndatite Ilo from Rwanda carved this gorgeous African wooden statue sculpture. This unique artwork showcases a beautiful black woman, a Mother or Madonna, carrying ...
Category
Early 20th Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Iron Crucifix Sculpture In The Style Of Regardt Van De Meulen
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish iron work sculpture of Christ hanging on the cross in the manner of Regardt van de Meulen and dating from the 20th/21st century. The crucifix stands on a rectangular w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Cerrusite From Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
Gem-quality cerrusite from this location is hard to come by and prized by collectors. Some of the best cerrusite in the world comes out of Namibia and this fine...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Ethnodesign collection of 12 old Dogon wooden Grannery locks fon stand from Mali
Located in Leuven , BE
These door locks were generally used to protect houses and granaries.Bamana doorlocks range from the abstract and symbolic to representations of ancestors. They are usually larger an...
Category
20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
Rare Tiger's Eye Stone Style Ashtray South Africa Circa 1955 Caramel Color
By Luigi Cervone
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Rare Tiger's Eye Stone Style Ashtray South Africa Circa 1955 Caramel Color
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone, Marble
Imperial Topaz from Zambia // 19g
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 19 grams, this Imperial Topaz from Zambia is a testament to natural beauty. Its captivating color and quality make it a must-have for collectors.
Key Features:
Dimensions:...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Imperial Topaz from Zambia // 16g
Located in New York, NY
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: ...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Modernist Soapstone Owl Sculpture Paper-weight
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical modernist soapstone owl sculpture circa 1980's great gift for a collector.
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Soapstone
Idoma Ido Nigerian Carved Wood Figure Of A Seated Female
Located in Dallas, TX
Idoma Ibo Female Figure. Africa, Nigeria 20th century or earlier.
A seated female figure on a stool smoking a long pipe with painted with pigments and adorned with scarification mar...
Category
Early 1900s Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$1,760 Sale Price
26% Off
Dioptase on Plancheite and Calcite
Located in New York, NY
This landscape of the sky blue copper silicate mineral plancheite features generously sized, lustrous and deeply pigmented dioptase crystals emerging from mounds of sparkling, snowy ...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Ashanti Headrest Stool Carved Wood Tribal Art Ghana Africa
Located in Leuven , BE
Ashanti Headrest Stool Carved Wood Tribal Art Ghana Africa
Carved from a single piece of wood, the African Ashanti head rest, Ghana, has a curved top raised on a pedestals depicti...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Smithsonite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Lustrous beautiful complex rhombic crystal cluster of pink smithsonite on matrix. Crystals have sharp terminations with g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
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 Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Copper
Ceramic Hoopoes Vase, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
The Hoopoes and Proteas vase is a stunning example of South African ceramic artistry, crafted by the skilled hands of Lindy and Victor at Zimele Ceramics. This exquisite piece, standing 23 cm tall, 15 cm in length, and 12 cm in width, showcases a harmonious blend of hand-painted and hand-sculpted elements. The vase features vibrant depictions of the hoopoe bird and protea flowers, each meticulously rendered to celebrate their cultural significance.
In African culture, the hoopoe is a bird often associated with spiritual and symbolic meanings, believed to be a messenger of wisdom and a symbol of transformation. The protea, South Africa's national flower, embodies resilience and diversity, representing the nation's rich heritage and natural beauty. The intricate details of the hoopoe and protea on this vase capture the essence of their symbolism, reflecting the deep connection between the natural world and cultural identity in South Africa.
The craftsmanship of Zimele Ceramics merges artistic tradition with contemporary design, resulting in a piece that is not only visually captivating but also rich in cultural narrative. The Hoopoes and Proteas vase is a beautiful testament to the artistry and cultural reverence that define South African ceramics.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Dioptase on Calcite From the DRC
Located in New York, NY
This sparkling specimen from the DRC features moderately sized, deep emerald green, fully formed and gemmy dioptase crystals growing on a thick bed of lustrous calcite crystals for a...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Genuine Shell, Vide Poche White Color 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Vide poche is a shell, in white color.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Shell
Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Decorative Box or Vase in Terracotta Africa 20th Century Brown Color.
Category
20th Century Brutalist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta, Rattan
Ceremonial Monkey Figure on a Snailshell, German Collection, Bulu People
Located in Leuven , BE
The eye-catcher of this bell jar is the centrally placed blue bird with spread wings. It is an Indian Roller that occurs mainly in West Africa and the Indian subcontinent.
Provenanc...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Organic Material, Terracotta
Dogon Ladder , Mali 1950s
Located in London, GB
A good Dogon ladder with exceptional patination. These ladders, carved from tree trunks, were traditionally used to access granaries raised on stilts to protect the contents from unw...
Category
1950s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Genuine Hand-Carved Orbicular Jasper Sphere // 3.96 Lb
Located in New York, NY
This rare variety of Jasper is known for small, orb-like markings and often boasts vivid natural patterns in a rainbow of colors. This 3.96-pound piece from Madagascar where much of ...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
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). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire.
This colorful example of African beadwork...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Fabric
Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (50 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This unique Madagascan Blue Celestite Cluster exhibits large, gem crystals of remarkable quality, featuring prism faces and sharp chisel-terminations - surpassing the average blue-gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
African Madonna and Child Hand-Carved Wooden Sculpture by Makengo B, Congo
By Par Makengo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Signed African Madonna and Child – Hand-Carved Wooden Sculpture by Makengo B, Congo, circa 1950
A powerful hand-carved wooden sculpture from Congo, signed “Par Makengo B”, dating to...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Dan Janus Double Face Protective Kinde Charm, Ivory Coast, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Dan Janus double faced protective Kinde charm, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Used as a charm for protection, with two different faces to show the duality of the w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Makonde Carved Figure
Located in London, GB
A fascinating large hand carved Shetani figure from the Makonde people of Tanzania. Named 'Daudi' which roughly translates to 'beloved'. The Shetani carved figures represent good spi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
$1,781
Stone Mortar and Pestle, Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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...
Category
20th Century Other Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Stone
Pair of Bookends Natural Hippopotamus Teeth Mounted, Turn-of-the-Century
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of bookends made from natural hippo teeth.
Perfect to display your favorite books on a nightstand, mantel, dresser or shelf. Certainly a topic of conversation.
The anti...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bone, Wood
$1,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Tribal Hand Carved African Wood Bowl Turkana KENYA with Leather Details
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Tribal Hand Carved African Wood Bowl Turkana KENYA with Leather Details.
Hand hewn and hand carved African wooden bowl.
Original one of a kind, unique tribal wood bowl hand carved bowl
Antique Tribal Art Carved African Wood Turkana Bowl from Kenya.
These bowls have become quite valuable and collectible as the wood ages, the color of the bowls take on a beautiful deep hue which adds to the aesthetic quality of the bowl.
Repair work done by original owner to prolong the life of the piece.
Hand carved wooden rounded shaped bowl container with woven leather strap from the Turkana tribe in Kenya.
Ideal as decorative catch it all piece in a sculptural form.
Hand carved workmanship. Tons of character.
Dimensions: 7.5 in. H x 9 in. D.
Original vintage restored condition.
Rich patina with signs of age, repair and use.
Refer to images.
Great looking impressive unique tribal art African...
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood
'After the Market' Early 21st Century Bronze Sculpture by Louis Chanu
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An early 21st century limited edition bronze sculpture by Louis Chanu depicting a couple and their infant riding home 'After the Market'. Signed 'Chanu' to base and numbered 7/15.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
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 Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
Located in Miami, FL
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
Offered for sale is large life-size cast bronze African bust from Cameroon. The bust has great details a...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
African Tribal Art Hand-carved Wood Bowl with Unique Designed Characteristics
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-crafted and Hand-made in Africa. The bowl is rare and beautiful, an art to transform the piece into this lovely town with etchings and leather strap - the design and African de...
Category
20th Century Arts and Crafts Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Carrollite on Calcite With Chalcopyrite
Located in New York, NY
This combination specimen from the DRC features a metallic etched, octahedral carrollite on a fascinating matrix comprised almost entirely of a single calcite crystal growing in a rh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Ceramic Wildcat Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Gatsheni Ceramic Art presents a striking ceramic wildcat sculpture from South Africa. Hand-painted and hand-sculpted, this one-of-a-kind piece boasts a matte finish, showcasing metic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of African Nyamwezi Trough Zithers
Located in Chicago, IL
These wooden sculptures are stringed instruments known as ligombo, a form of elongated trough zither attributed to the Nyamwezi people of Tanzania and greater East Africa. Originally...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$1,180 / set
Small Carved Wood 'Luba' Statue
Located in Washington, DC
Hand-Carved Wood 'Luba' Fertility Statue. Democratic Republic of the Congo, circa 1970.
Category
1970s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Botryoidal Malachite Vug
Located in New York, NY
The velvety, druze-coated interior of this vug or natural crystal-lined rock crevice is filled with an abundance of beautifully formed deep emerald green botryoidal malachite crystal...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Prestige and Tradition: The Mounted Ashetu Hat of the Bamum and Bamileke People
Located in New York, NY
Adorned with spiked braids, this prestigious custom mounted Ashetu hat embodies the cultural significance of the Bamum and Bamileke people of Cameroon, Central Africa, who revered th...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Cobaltoan Calcite // 2.44 Lb.
Located in New York, NY
This thick coating of Cobaltoan calcite on host rock brings beautiful natural sparkle and luster and some of the best bright magenta pigmentation we have seen in this species to date...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
African Bronze Sculpture, with Characters Playing a Game
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
African bronze and wood sculpture, with characters playing a game.
Category
20th Century Colonial Revival Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (9.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This large, museum-quality piece of freeform Bulls-eye Malachite with Blue Azurite, is hand-polished and sourced from Zaire. This collectors specimen is a rare combination of the two...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.84 Lb.
Located in New York, NY
This coating of Cobaltoan calcite on host rock brings beautiful natural sparkle and luster and some of the best bright magenta pigmentation we have seen in this species to date. Both...
Category
2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Malachite
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"
Category
1920s Folk Art Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
African Tribal Weapon in Animal Skin Holder
Located in Miami, FL
African ceremonial sword from the democratic Republic of Congo, circa 1920s. Iron and wood, in a case made of cloth and animal skin.
This status symbol tribal sword...
Category
20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$1,425 Sale Price
25% Off
African Canari Vessel with Serpent Detail
Located in Washington, DC
Terracotta African Canari Vessel with Serpent Detail. Cote D’Ivoire, circa 1960.
Category
1960s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Polished Polychrome Freeform from Madagascar (6.3 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
AAA-quality Polychrome Jasper freeform. This beautiful specimen has multi-colored veins of Chalcedony from Madagascar. Beautiful multi-colored rock that usually exhibits a circular, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Moroso Jardin Suspendu Outdoor Basket Set by Concetta Giannangeli
By Concetta Giannangeli, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Indoor/outdoor baskets made using woven threads normally used for fishing nets, the designs are all different and original, like their names. Handwoven,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel
Tribal Bronze Cache-sexe, Vere People, Cameroon/Nigeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Tribal Bronze Cache-sexe, Vere People, Cameroon/Nigeria
Bronze alloy
4.5 (11.4 cm) to 2.25 (6.7 cm) inches high
Late 19th century
A set of bronze spikes forms this cache-sexe from t...
Category
19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Anok Bird Sculture Mask African Art Baga People
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An antique Baga anok or elek carved wood mask sculpture, with bird and human face form elements, made by Baga people (Guinea West Africa). Features long and pointed bird beak, incise...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Two heads Fang reliquary, 20th c
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fang janiform reliquary head, stylized headdress with two drooping locks, pierced base of the neck with triple braided necklace wicker. Gabon, 20th c.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Hand-Carved Wooden African Monkey Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
A playful wooden sculpture.
Seated, holding what appears to be a piece of fruit, this intricately carved monkey is almost life like.
The piece is signed on the bottom base.
Me...
Category
20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Mahogany
$650 Sale Price
31% Off
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