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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
A Cocco De Mer
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful Coco de Mer, Cocco- Fesses from the Seychelles Islands, with its iconic form this object is a must have for your Cabinet de Curiosites, great warm Mid-Brown Color and good...
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1960s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Coconut

Carved-Stone 'Hear No Evil' Sculpture
Located in Washington, DC
Tribal Carved-Stone ‘Hear No Evil’ Sculpture. Republic of Congo, circa late 19th Century.
Category

Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

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...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (10 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Tiger Jewelry Box: Hand-Painted by Winnie Mchunu and Sculpted by Sbusiso & Motsamayi The Tiger Jewelry Box is a remarkable piece of ceramic art that bea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Five Iron Phallus Fertility Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of five early 20th century iron phallus figures from Togo. Fertility figures like these were planted in the ground of a farmer's fiel...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Terracotta Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta object was part of the Bura tribe's burial ritual. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Spessartine Garnet Crystal from Loliondo, Arusha, Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
From Nani Hill, Loliondo, Ngorongoro district, Arusha, Tanzania Large trapezohedral crystal of transparent orange spessartine garnet with no matrix attached. Has lustrous faces with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Toussian Storage Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Ovoid pots were an elegant storage solution in African tribal life. This beautifully balanced example is attributed to the Toussian people of Western Burkina Faso. Masterfully made to protect its contents from the elements, pots such as this one were coiled by female ceramists to hold food or personal...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

1990s Wood and Beaded Sculpture Of Woman - NAMJI Fertility Doll
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1990s Wood and Beaded Sculpture Of Woman - NAMJI Fertility Doll Cowrie Shells On wood base
Category

1990s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Beads

Polished Septarian Druzy Geode Egg from Madagascar (35 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This 35 lb AAA 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 high...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Bronze Buffalo Candelabra
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
This handcrafted bronze candelabra is a sculptural tribute to the quiet strength and unity of the African buffalo. Three candleholders rise from gently curving branches adorned with ...
Category

2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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

Ethnic Design-Anthropomorphic ceramic vessel, Luba People, DRC.
Located in Leuven , BE
This vessel exemplifies the anthropomorphic style, incorporating distinct human-like features into its design. Most notably, the upper portion of the vessel includes a stylized human...
Category

Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

Chrysocolla With Malachite
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a visually stunning crystallization of Chrysocolla over Malachite. This almost Teal blue piece shows a pattern of blue Chrysocolla over a deep green malachite - both copper minerals often found growing together but no mistaking this piece is far from common! , making for a unique cabinet size combination specimen with mesmerizing color that is certain to brighten up and add interest to your home decor or your Mineral cabinet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

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

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...
Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Cheetah Stretching Ingwe FoundryS31 Bronze Sculpture Maquette 3/15 Monogram BMR
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Bronze study of a stretching cheetah. RHS under the belly bearing Ingwe Foundry stamp, ‘S31’ or ‘S3I’, Edition 3/15, monogram BMR. Artist unknown. I have been unsuccessfully resarching who the artist could be. The stretching pose of the cheetah is contemplative with a graceful, ease and content expression suggesting its attunement and hierarchy within the landscape and the animal world. Its power is conveyed with a noble quality in the pose, the sleek form and the sinewy musculature. Beautifully handworked with rich brown patina. Almost certainly inspired by the work of Dylan Lewis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

20th Century New Guinea Drum with Drumstick
Located in Winnetka, IL
Hand-carved wooden drum from New Guinea, featuring intricate painted patterns in white, red, and black across the cylindrical body. The surface displays symmetrical curvilinear motif...
Category

Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Hardwood

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 Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

West African Dogon Ladder
Located in Nashville, TN
Notched Dogon ladder created by the the West African Mali Peoples. Carved from a single piece of wood and situated on an iron base in order to stand upright. These ladders were used ...
Category

1990s Brutalist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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...
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Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, 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 Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Cute Ceramic Leopard butterdish, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard Butter Dish – Handcrafted by Love Art Ceramics Bursting with charm and vitality, this one-of-a-kind leopard butter dish is a joyful tribute to South Africa’s most iconic pre...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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

Ceramic Elephant Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Elephant Vase The Elephant Vase is an extraordinary piece of ceramic decorative art that beautifully embodies the spirit of South Africa’s wildlife. Craf...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (21.5 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

Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (11.5 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

Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (26 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Lustrous large gem transparent crystals of blue Celestite. Has a few large crystals with prism faces and chisel-shaped terminations. This specimen h...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

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

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

African Adja Protective Spirit Figures Aklama Twins
Located in Point Richmond, CA
African Adja protective spirit figures Aklama twins. Togo, Africa. Wood, pigment. 20th Century Left: 8 x 1.75 x 0.5 / 20 x 4.5 x 1 cm. Right: 7.75 x 1.75 x 0.5 in. / 19.5 x 4....
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20th Century Other Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Chiwara Headdress, Bamana 'Bambara' People, Mali
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early 20th century Chiwara Headdress, Bamana (Bambara) People, Mali Chiwara headcrests represent the antelope spirit who taught the Bamana people ...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

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

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

Ceramic Rhino Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Rhino Vase Hand-Painted by Nozipho Ntshalintshali and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello The Rhino Vase, a magnificent creation from Love Art Ceramic, stands as a striking testament to Sout...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Glass Beaded Parrot Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Glass beaded parrot sculpture ambitiously crafted with glass beads and perched on a custom wood, brass, and Lucite stand.
Category

20th Century British Colonial Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

African Luba Mboko Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Receiving guidance from tribal ancestors was a central aspect of the Luba people's spiritual practices. This ceramic spiritually significant vessel is topped with a crossed leg figure whose head has an opening critical for a divination ritual. Known as an mboko, this handled vessel would have been filled with items like antelope horns, shells, dried beetles, human teeth...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Each Senufo Village Held a Massive Wood Carved Bed, Called Gbag
Located in Madrid, ES
19th century each Senufo village held a massive wood carved bed, called gbag. COTE D'IVOIRE Measures: 215 X 40 X 20 cm Good condition.
Category

19th Century Modern Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Leopard Ceramic Peanut Bowl, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Cheetah Peanut Bowl Hand Painted by Sabelo Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello Celebrate the wild elegance of South Africa with the enchanting Cheetah Peanut Bowl, a striking piece from Love Art Ceramic. This delightful bowl, hand-painted by the talented Sabelo Nene and sculpted by Motsamai Sello, features a beautifully detailed cheetah alongside its playful cub and two charming monkeys, showcasing the rich biodiversity of the region. Measuring 5 cm high, 4 cm long, and 4 cm wide, this ceramic bowl is not only a functional vessel for peanuts but also a vibrant work of art that captures the essence of the African savanna. The cheetah, renowned for its speed and grace, embodies the spirit of the wild, while the inclusion of its cub and the mischievous monkeys adds a whimsical touch, reflecting the interconnectedness of wildlife in their natural habitat. The bowl is adorned with intricate hand-painted details, featuring a palette inspired by the rich colors of the African landscape. The warm earthy tones and vivid accents bring the scene to life, inviting joy and warmth into your home. Perfect for serving snacks at gatherings or as a decorative piece on a shelf or table, this unique bowl serves as a conversation starter, sparking discussions about the beauty of nature and the artistry of South African ceramics...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Animal Skin, Leather, Wood

Ceramic Leopard Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ceramics presents a striking ceramic Leopard vase, standing 25 inches tall with dimensions of 11 inches in length and 8 inches in width. Hand-painted by Nqobile and hand-scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Polished Septarian Druzy Geode Egg from Madagascar (10 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This 10 lb AAA 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 high...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

19th Century, Copper Crosses Called Handa, Katanga Region, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Copper crosses called Handa, Katanga region, Republic of Congo, 19th century. Cast copper in the shape of an equal-armed cross used as a form of curren...
Category

19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

Ethnic Design-Terraccotta Jug in the shape of a male, Tshokwe People, DRC.
Located in Leuven , BE
This vessel is a striking example of anthropomorphic design, clearly incorporating human characteristics into its form. The upper section features a finely detailed human face, compl...
Category

Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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

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.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Large Figurative African Mangbetu Anthropomorphic Ceramic Vessel or Jar
Located in Studio City, CA
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...
Category

20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Terracotta

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

Pair of Large Carved Moba Tchitchiri Sculptural Figures, Togo, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Striking in form, of light highly textured wood, two highly stylized anthropomorphic figures carved by the Moba people in Togo, West Africa. These forms most probably we owned by a f...
Category

1930s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

African Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood. Headrests held great value to North Western nomadic pastoral tribes of Kenya as they have ...
Category

20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Wood

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

African Vintage Statue Mama Africa 'Masai', Limited Edition
Located in Milano, IT
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...
Category

Early 2000s Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin

Large Polished Septarian Egg from Madagascar (10.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 10.5 lbs, this large, AAA quality Septarian Egg from Madagascar offers a distinctive design featuring the combination of yellow calcite and brown Aragonite. Its energy has ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Bamileke Storage Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Like other African everyday ceramics, Bamileke storage pots are revered for their simple forms yet astonishing beauty. Each is hand shaped and fired in the open. They are generally s...
Category

Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tortoise Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Tortoise Jewelry Box Hand-Painted by Jabu Nene, Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase Love Art Ceramic, South Africa, 2024 Embracing the rich cultural tapestry of South Africa, the "Tortoise Je...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique ceramic Tiger Teapot, hand made in South Africa
By Elvis Bonginkosi Mkhize
Located in North Miami, FL
This one-of-a-kind tiger teapot is a striking sculptural creation by Imvelo Studio, hand-sculpted by Sibongiseni Biyela and painted by Natebyron in South Africa. The tiger—rarely dep...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

The Sable and Rabbit rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Sable & Rabbit Rider Sculpture Handmade Ceramic – One of a Kind This whimsical ceramic sculpture features a wide-eyed rabbit clutching the curled horns of a graceful sable antelope,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Flamingo vase made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Flamingo Vase by Imvelo Natural Art—a true masterpiece of handcrafted elegance, meticulously crafted by South African artists renowned for their skill and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Cheetah Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The "Cheetah Head Jewelry Box," a stunning creation by South African artists Jabu Nene and Sfiso from Love Art Ceramic, is a remarkable blend of artistry and function. Standing 5 inc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

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