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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Ceramic Flamingo Egg Cup , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Flamingo Eggcup Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sabelo Khoza
Elevate your breakfast experience with this exquisite flamingo eggcup, a stunning piece of ceramic art craft...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Mimetite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Rich cluster of many intersecting yellow mimetite crystals. Very lustrous, good color. The crystals are elongated and co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
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
African Bambara Oil Lamp, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted by a blacksmith of the Bambara people of West Africa, this iron lamp once illuminated nighttime rituals and mask performances. Burning Tulu oil made from tree nuts, the lamp ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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
The Leopard and Baboon rider sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Zimele Ceramics
Located in North Miami, FL
Leopard & Baboon Rider Sculpture
Handcrafted Ceramic – One of a Kind
An irresistibly playful and detailed ceramic piece, this sculpture features a baboon confidently riding atop a r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Hoopoe Vase: Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase
The Hoopoe Vase is a stunning testament to South African craftsmanship, beautifully merging artistry and cultu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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
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
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Bronze
Beaded Ndebele Initiation 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Wood
Genuine Polished Large Kambaba Jasper Bowl (80.6 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful handmade Kambaba Jasper carved large bowl, hand polished from a solid piece of Kambaba. This piece has excellent shine, an amazing pattern and can be used for a variety o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Polished Carnelian Agate Freeform from Madagascar '11.5 lbs'
Located in New York, NY
AAA quality Carnelian agate freeform from Madagascar. This beautiful piece has rich golden-yellow to red-orange color and is hand polished to a smooth, highly reflective surface. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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 Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Malachite
$762 / set
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
Rare 1970s Bosigo Studio Tall Pinched Pottery Vase – Lesotho, South Africa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare and visually striking Tall Pinched Bosigo Studio Art Pottery Vase, crafted in the c.1970s during the era of Peter Hayes' involvement in the Kingdom of Lesotho, South Africa. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Yoruba Omo Bell, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This four-sided brass face bell, known as omo, was created by an artisan of the Ijebu Yoruba People of Southern Nigeria. A mark of the wearer's rank and power, the bell would have be...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
$1,880
Cerussite From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Complex cluster of highly reflective lustrous transparent cerussite crystals in a 60 degree twinning reticulating fo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Set of Two Septarian Bowls Big Yellow Crystals
Located in Somis, CA
Crafted from the finest natural Septarian gemstones sourced from Madagascar, this exquisite pair of ovoid bowls is a testament to nature's artistry. Meticulously polished to a flawle...
Category
20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone
"Lovers Embracing" Marble Sculpture & Tealight Candle Holder, Kenya, c. 1980's
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a heart-warming abstract sculpture depicting two lovers in embrace that also serves as a tealight or small candle holder making it the perfect centerpiece for a dining ta...
Category
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble
Cerussite From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Rich cluster of many intersecting yellow mimetite crystals. Very lustrous, good color. The crystals are elongated and co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Green And Rust Color Pair Of Ammonite Sculptures, Madagascar, Prehistoric
Located in New York, NY
Pair polished matching set of two ammonites newly mounted on custom steel stands.
One measures 4" diameter and 8" tall
One measures 4" diameter and 10" tall
Stands measure 3.5" x 1.5...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Ceramic Tiger Urn, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the magnificent "Tiger Urn," a breathtaking piece of ceramic decorative art crafted with exceptional skill by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa. Sculpted by Motsamai Sello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Yoruba Osanyin Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Steel, Iron
Genuine Polished Septarian Druzy Point from Madagascar '6 lbs'
Located in New York, NY
This AAA quality Septarian druzy point features an exposed area lined with shimmering quartz crystals, and boasts a hand-polished, highly reflective back. Boasting a stabilizing ener...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Decorated Wooden Backrest Sculptured in One Piece
Located in Leuven , BE
These backrests were exclusively used by Dignitaries of the Mongo people in DRC. The diamond design on the seat can also be found on the Kuba tissues called "Velours du Kasai.".
Category
1940s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Polished Labradorite Obelisk from Madagascar (4.9 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
High quality 9.75 inch tall handmade polished Labradorite Obelisk from Madagascar. It has beautiful iridescent play of colors of blue, yellow and red which is caused by internal frac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Hand Carved Wood Cone from Ethiopia, Mid-20th Century
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...
Category
1960s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$200 Sale Price
50% Off
Bura Spirit Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terracotta form would have been a critical component of burial rituals of the Bura people of Niger. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...
Category
Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
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
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 is a ceremonial doll...
Category
Late 20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Cotton, 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
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
Ceramic Cheetah Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic Cheetah jewelry box, crafted by Sabelo Nene at Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa, intertwines African wildlife with artistry. Standi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Conichalcite with Quartz from Namibia
Located in New York, NY
From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia
Scintillating formation of spherical aggregates of quartz with translucent green conichalcite microcrystals.
1.2 grams,...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Quartz, Other
$9,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Cobaltoan Calcite from From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Shaba, Congo (Zaire)
Located in New York, NY
From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Western area, Shaba Cu belt, Shaba (Katanga), Congo (Zaire)
It is no surprise that minerals predominantely display colors involving one of the "earth t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Calcite with Hematite inclusions from Tsumeb Mine, Oshikoto, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
1950s South African Scrimshaw Ostrich Egg by Late Chief Sipho Ndldvu
Located in Marbella, ES
Original 1950s South African scrimshaw ostrich egg by late chief Sipho Ndlvu depicting a pair of elephants.
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ostrich Eggshell
Pyrite From Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mts, Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, Ta
Located in New York, NY
From Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mts, Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, Tanzania
Extremely rare specimen of a large metallic luster pyrite crystal. It has a super high reflective mirror...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Pyrite
Yoruba Painted Veranda Post
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved with a figurative design, this TOTEM-like wooden post was crafted by an artisan of the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria. Resembling the tall houseposts used to support the roof of a home, this shorter post would have been placed on a veranda courtyard as a symbolic and decorative element and did not bear weight. This veranda post...
Category
Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
Polished Labradorite Freeform from Madagascar
Located in New York, NY
Handmade polished Labradorite freeform with beautiful iridescent play of colors of blue, yellow and red which is caused by internal fractures in t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Other
Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This f...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This stunning ceramic pumpkin, crafted by Love Art Ceramics in South Africa, showcases the talents of two skilled artists. Made entirely by hand, it features a vibrant finish in yell...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads
Located in Leuven , BE
Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon.
Private collection Brussels
The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colou...
Category
Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Beads
Ceramic Monkey And Baby Sculpture, Hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar (11.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar consists of a distinct pattern of "orbs" on a striking striped background. It produces a calming effect, clearing away nega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
African Tribal Folk Art Basket
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique African wooden storage crate, hand-carved African Tribal motifs on wood and leather woven bottom.
Interested Folk Art Tribal African handcrafted cr...
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Leather, Wood
Buffalo Horns
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of water buffalo horns with great patina.
Category
1920s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Horn
$895 / set
Cobaltoan Calcite from From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Shaba, Congo (Zaire)
Located in New York, NY
From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Western area, Shaba Cu belt, Shaba (Katanga), Congo (Zaire) It is no surprise that minerals predominantely display colors involving one of the "earth to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Large Genuine Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform '75.4 Lbs'
Located in New York, NY
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal
Huge Genuine Polished Ocean Jasper Egg from Madagascar '48 Lbs'
Located in New York, NY
This massive, top-quality polished Ocean Jasper egg from Madagascar, showcases a captivating pattern of blue, red, orange and green hues. This beautiful piece comes with an large acr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Rock Crystal
Tutsi Milk Jug Vase
Located in Vancouver, BC
An authentic wood container used by the Tutsi people, a group of people residing near the African Great Lakes. Carved from a single piece of wood, this ...
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Hardwood
$2,200
Could i Have Tried Harder? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Could I have tried harder? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen
One of a Kind
Dimensions: D33 x W60 x H25 cm
Materials: Wood: Kiaat
Weight: 7.4 kg
Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculpt...
Category
2010s Post-Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Wood
$11,424 / item
Cobaltoan Calcite from From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Shaba, Congo (Zaire)
Located in New York, NY
From Mashamba West , Kolwezi, Western area, Shaba Cu belt, Shaba (Katanga), Congo (Zaire)
It is no surprise that minerals predominantely display colors involving one of the "earth t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal
Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar (8 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Polished Ocean Jasper Heart from Madagascar consists of a distinct pattern of "orbs" on a striking striped background. It produces a calming effect, clearing away nega...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Crystal, Other
Ceramic Elephant Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Elephant jewelry box, crafted by Swelihle Khanyeza and hand-sculpted by an unnamed artisan at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, stands as ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Yoruba Osanyin Healing Staff, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
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