Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

This spirited trio of cast-bronze crocodiles from the Baule people of Côte d’Ivoire celebrates the animal’s strength, adaptability, and commanding presence. Varied in scale and enric...

For your consideration is this very stylish 1930's Art Deco very rare and impressive, long walnut cased, Art Deco mantel clock, powered by a quartz battery having been converted. The...

A poetic fusion of function and sculptural form, handcrafted in cast bronze with a rich verdigris patina. Branch-like arms reach outward to cradle three candles, while leaves and fru...

A very stylish mid-century modern four acacia wood bowls. Designed and handmade in Mozambique. Whether displayed as standalone art pieces or used practically to hold candy, nuts,deco...

An exceptional Malachite specimen from the renowned Mashamba West Mine, displaying an intensely deep green colour and a beautifully aesthetic sculptural form. The rich velvety surfac...

Truly a majestic Benin Oba. Beautifully and finely hand carved in Ebony hardwood from the 1930's A piece of this quality and stature holds enormous presence...

Bronze Ife Woman Head Oba Edo Benin City Yoruba. The Bronze Head from Ife, or Ife Head, is one of eighteen copper alloy sculptures that were unearthed in 1938...

Brown Color Genuine Decorative Shell 20th Century

Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax 'Bronze' Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries ol...

This magnificent, large 4.15 lb malachite box is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and the inherent beauty of fine-grade gemstone malachite. The carefully selected stone displ...

An exceptional antique West African cast bronze ceremonial purse or container, attributed to the Nupe people of Nigeria, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century. This remarkab...

This natural specimen of ammonite from Madagascar (Majunga aera) is from upper cretaceous (-70 to -85 millions years). We made a custom claw stand to highlight the piece and make it ...

A striking pair of polished ammonite fossil specimens, dating to the Jurassic to Early Cretaceous period, approximately 100–150 million years ago. Carefully cut and polished to revea...

This small Baule cast-bronze crocodile from Côte d’Ivoire is boldly stylized, with an elongated snout, splayed legs, and a curling tail that gives the figure a lively silhouette. Rai...

A beautiful large rose quartz bowl weighing 4.15 lbs. Of ovoid form with smooth edge and inside out, stone of the highest quality grade AAA rose quartz. All natural gemstone, hand cr...

Signed African Stone Sculpture by Morning Chijumani, Zimbabwe, 20th Century Height: 24 cm Width: 13 cm Material: Carved stone Signature: MORNING CHIJUMANI Origin: Zimbabwe, Southern...

This thick coating of rare Cobaltoan calcite on host rock is beautifully crystallized with incredible natural sparkle and luster and truly the best hot pink color we have seen in thi...

Madigascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 6.5 x.5.25 × 1.25 in./ 16.5 × 13.5 × 3 cm Weight: 1 lb 9 oz/ 710 gms A richly colored example wit...

This strikingly bold and well detailed Hand-Carved Mossi Tribe Ceremonial Wood Mask on Elevated Sculptural Base originates from Burkina Faso, Circa 1960. The Mossi people from which ...

Large 8 inch Split Ammonite Mounted Fossil Set Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old The cutting and polishing of this large pair revealed pale yellow-brown, cal...

Early and rare mask from Gabon, Central Africa, created by the Tsogho peoples. Powerful large mask with carved open eyes, and black painted eyes above, below heavy carved eyebrows. ...

A Pair of Copper Currencies: “Katanga Crosses” Central African Copper Belt (DR Congo, Zambia or Zimbabwe) Cast copper, archaeological patina Size each:...

Large African Tribal Female Bust Sculpture, 32 cm – Hand-Carved Ethnographic Art Figure A wooden striking and highly decorative 32 cm African tribal female bust sculpture, celebrati...

Bring natural style to your home or office with this Hand‑Carved Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage. The genuine Malachite showcases the vivid banding and rich emerald to...

Hand carved ebony hardwood bust of a young Benin warrior Traditionally carved Benin artistry Circa 1970 Height 10.75 inch, Width 5.5 inch, Depth 2.75 inc...

A beautifully hand-carved cup crafted from 100% natural rose quartz, prized for its soft blush-pink color, gentle translucency, and romantic character. The substantial stone body is ...

Matched Pair Split Ammonite fossil mineral specimens Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Measures: 5 x 4.25 x 0.5 in. / 13 x 10 x 1.5 cm Height on custom d...

Baule antelope-human wood old weaving heddle loom pulley. From Ivory Coast, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its ag...

This authentic fossil of ammonite, species Kranaosphinctes, is a real paleontological and decorative specimen. From Madagascar, Mahajunga region, and originating from 160 millions ye...

This exceptional Dioptase crystal cluster from the DRC embodies everything that makes this mineral so sought after among serious collectors. With its deep, emerald-green color and ge...

Carved wood powerful portrait of a Makonde man with a traditional lip plug in his upper lip, high carved cheek bones in the form of a finely carved helmet mask, with attached hair on...

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron sword blade was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were...

19th Century thick black hide circular shield from the Arrusi people of Ethiopia, Africa. A thick hard shield with heavy embossed design, perhaps a bit like an animal in the center....

A set consisting of three handmade miniature boxes of malachite originating from Congo, Africa. Two boxes are hexagon and one is rectangular.

A striking early to mid-20th century cast bronze figure depicting a standing warrior, executed in the traditional lost-wax casting technique associated with the historic Kingdom of B...

African Benin Bronze Sculpture, Africa, circa mid 20th Century. Beautiful casting with wonderful attention to detail. Solid, heavyweight...

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

A beautifully crafted natural rose quartz mug, hand carved from genuine stone and polished to a smooth, luminous finish. Its delicate blush-pink color is enlivened by fascinating nat...

This Authentic Fossilized Dinosaur Coprolite Fossil weighs 282 grams and offers a rare look into the diet and environment of prehistoric life. Coprolite, or fossilized dinosaur dung,...

Malachite and Chrysocolla from Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire). Large polished free form botryoidal specim...

A finely cast bronze portrait head in the style of the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Ife, Nigeria. This dignified bust exhibits hallmark features of c...

African Shona art sculpture from Zimbabwe's Shona tribe signed Masoka and carved from serpentine stone.

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...

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...

"Vintage Africanist Brass Sculpture, Signed Mukendi, Circa 1970" Elegant vintage Africanist sculpture in solid brass, signed Mukendi. The composition depicts two highly stylised elo...

This beautiful stone sculpture is a true masterpiece of African art from the beautiful country of Zimbabwe. This bust is lovingly hand-carved from stone that is said to have healing ...

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...

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...

This Tuareg leather box presents a refined and understated interpretation of traditional Saharan craftsmanship. Created by a Malian artisan now based in the United States, the work i...

This Prehistoric fossilized ammonite is likely from Madagascar and thousands of years old. This fossil is free standing and could be used as a unique design element as a natural specimen...

Beautiful polished freeform specimen featuring striking bands of mixed chrysocolla and malachite in a captivating concentric botryoidal growth pattern. The vibrant blues and rich gre...

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...

Celestine Geode - Harmony and Serenity Immerse yourself in the soothing world of lithotherapy with our magnificent Celestine geode. This unique, naturally formed piece is carefully ...

Set of 9 Kenyan Hand-Carved Safari Animal Napkin Rings, African Mahogany A charming and collectible set of nine hand-carved napkin rings, crafted...

This taxidermy African Zebra Head is a truly impressive piece that captures the beauty and majesty of this iconic animal. Mounted on a white washed wooden rustic column pedestal, thi...

This delightful set of three vintage brass dodo bird figurines dates to the 1960s and was discovered at an estate sale in Berlin, Germany. Each figure represents the iconic, flightle...

An exceptional malachite from Democratic Republic of the Congo, this piece captivates with its intense deep green color and extraordinary velvet texture. Its rich surface is alive wi...

All our totem sculptures are hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable African alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair tra...

These specimen of green Fluorites from Madagascar are becoming rarer and rarer with time. This one presented here is a great one by it's size and quality (23 cm wide, 3,7kg). It's a...

A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expr...