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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Genuine Shell, Vide Poche, White Color, 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This Vide poche is a shell, in white color.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Shell

Fon Carved Wood Ceremonial Seat with Multiple Figures, Benin, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Fon carved heavy hard wood ceremonial seat with multiple figures, from Benin, Africa. Dark stained wood with worn areas from use, "U" shaped seat supported by four caryatid figures, ...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Dioptase with Shattuckite and Adamite
Located in New York, NY
This striking specimen from the Democratic Republic of Congo presents a superb multi-mineral association rarely encountered in the mineral world. Sharp, glassy emerald-green Dioptase...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Elephant Candlestick in Bronze Verdigris
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Unique and handmade functional art in cast bronze. Handcrafted two-arm candelabra in cast bronze, featuring small sculpted motifs of an elephant and acacia tree in a verdigris patin...
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2010s Rustic Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Mid-20th Century Toguna Female Anthropomo Post from Mali
Located in Atlanta, GA
An early to mid-20th century Toguna support post from the Dogon Tribe of Mali, on custom metal stand. This West African hand carved wooden bean was origin...
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Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Iron

Early 20th Century African Statuette
Located in Dallas, TX
This Statuette origins from Benin in Africa, circa 1900. Beautiful small details.
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Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century Presentation Tray, Agakoko, Tutsi People, Burundi or Rwanda
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th Century Presentation Tray, Agakoko, Tutsi People, Burundi or Rwanda A wonderfully graphic miniature presentation tray for gifts, this one rectangular with rounded edges. Ex. pr...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Natural Fiber

Chrome Diopside Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Tanzania
Located in New York, NY
Chrome Diopside Samax Mine, Merelani Hills, Lelatema Mtns., Simanjiro Dist., Manyara Region, Tanzania 6.3cm wide x 4.5cm tall In 2007, some of the highest quality chrome diopside sp...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

Malachite Ashtray Vide Poche Desk Accessory Green Color Africa 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Great and unique shape carved malachite stone ashtray or vide poche. Imposing item, stunning color and pattern which makes it unique. Natural malachite sculpture. Some are called vide poche or ashtray dresser caddy...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Malachite

Slice cut agate geode specimen
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Slice cut agate geode specimen from Botswana in shades of brown and white, mounted on a custom stand.
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Labradorite, (yellow/blue/green/orange) mineral from Madagascar
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Labradorite is a great classical colorful decoration mineral, and one of the most famous from Madagascar. Scientifically, the phenomenon leading to it's color changing is called adu...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

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Precious Stone

Large Hand-Polished Malachite Egg
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from solid natural Malachite, this substantial hand-polished crystal egg showcases the stone’s vivid, swirling green banding with striking bullseye patterns and a deep, natur...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Very Large Fierce Dan Guere We Mask With Tusks Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Very large fierce Dan Guere or We mask from the Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing collection. Strong mask with recessed slit eyes, projecting carved wood tusks which frame face, large w...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Coco de Mer Box
Located in Greensboro, NC
Antique or Vintage Coco de Mer hinged box. Very good condition with light wear to surface as shown in photos.
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Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Coconut

Mid-Century Toguna Sculpture in Burnt Oak on Metal Base by Dogon People, Mali
Located in New York, NY
This captivating mid-century Toguna sculpture, crafted by the Dogon people of Mali, reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of West Africa. Carved from burnt oak,...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Kumu Wood Mask Orange/Faded White Quadrant or Maniema Region DRC Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early to mid century danced light wood mask from the Kumu or Maniema region, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa with face divided into four opposing quadrants with orange and trace...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Very Large Powerful Dan Guere We Mask Tubular Eyes Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Very large powerful Dan Guere or We mask from the Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing collection. Strong mask with projecting tubular eyes, projecting carved wood tusks over forehead, lar...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Celestial Light: Mounted Blue Celestite Formation
Located in New York, NY
Mounted Blue Celestite Specimen — A striking geode formation showcasing an abundance of translucent to sky-blue celestite crystals radiating from a natural cavity within a rough, pal...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Dioptase with Calcite
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Dioptase with Calcite specimen is a commanding display of color, luster, and form. The surface glistens with a dense, uniform layer of fully terminated, vividly emer...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Giant Ammonite Cluster from Madagascar
By Dale Rogers Ammonite
Located in London, GB
Rare ammonites from Madagascar are highly sought after by collectors and paleontologists due to their exceptional preservation and unique features. These...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Sculpted Crocodile vase, Hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Handmade Ceramic – One of a Kind This extraordinary vase from Wiseman Ceramics is a celebration of power, symbolism, and South African artistry. Sculpted with dramatic flair, the pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Stunning Labradorite sphere
Located in London, GB
This stunning sphere is crafted from Labradorite, a mesmerizing mineral renowned for its remarkable play of colors, known as labradorescence. The sphere predominantly showcases a gre...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

African Dagari Ancestor Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
For the Dagari people of Burkina Faso and Ghana, this highly stylized figure embodied the living spirit of a deceased ancestor. Tucked away from view in a secret alcove or shrine, th...
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Early 20th Century Primitive Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Vessel 01 in Natural Smooth Clay. Handmade by Jade Paton for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Very Large Natural Quartz Specimen
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A very large cabinet natural quartz specimen originating from Madagascar and presented on an exclusive painted plaster display plinth. This superb mineral is a stunning and unique sp...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Quartz

Baule Standing Female Figure With Scarifications Hands Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Baule Standing Female Figure with finely carved raised scarifications, hands on side of stomach with long figures. From Ivory Coast, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polis...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Faceted Octagonal Bowl in Grey and Brown Botswana Agate, 1960s
Located in Glasgow, GB
This 1960s faceted agate bowl is a sculptural decorative object made from natural Botswana agate, a highly regarded form of banded chalcedony crystal known for its gentle smoky grey ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Agate

Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique African tribal carved Hemba helmet mask, the Suku peoples, possibly Kwese culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, early 20th century, surmounted by four-legged animal, over round face, with mouth ajar and incised jagged teeth exposed, protruding almond shaped eyes, scattered remnants of pigment, full raffia fiber fringe, mounted on wood stand. A superb museum quality example, this remarkable tribal folk art sculpture is a wonderful way to add rustic warmth, rich historical depth, and fascinating cultural interest to any space! Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 26" High, 9" Wide, 10.25" Deep; Mask only: 15" Tall; 7 lbs total Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. Excellent Condition: Nicely aged distressed patina over the whole. Highly desirable wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered losses, antique character marks and typical signs of aging throughout. Retaining scattered remnants of original pigment. Overall a superb museum quality example Primitive Arts Of Africa: Among the Suku of the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, masks plays crucial role in protecting boys during initiation, the vulnerable period between boyhood and manhood. The power contained in Hemba masks...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Raffia, Wood

Hand-Carved Malachite Skull
Located in New York, NY
This hand-carved Malachite skull captures the mineral’s signature beauty in a refined decorative form. Striking bands of deep emerald and lighter green create dramatic concentric rin...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

Rather Large 20th Century Hausa Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
Generously scaled and quietly commanding, this late 20th-century Hausa basket was hand-coiled and woven from palm fronds using time-honored techniques passed down through generations...
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20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early Danced Black Wood Mask From the Guro Peoples Ivory Coast Bird on top. Finely carved mask with carved open eyes, and pointed nose and slightly smiling mouth. It is in good co...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

"Leaflollipop' Contemporary Ceramic Sculpture, by Astrid Dahl, 2022
By Astrid Dahl
Located in London, England
A unique, hand-made organic sculpture expressing abstract broad, curling and intertwined leaves. The hand-formed white earthenware body, fired, sanded, and waxed, results in a silky surface that adds a tactile delight to the the visual impact. South African sculptor...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Grébo Tribal Mask from Ivory Coast in Patinated Wood, Ethnic Primitive Art Style
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Grébo tribal mask carved from patinated wood is a remarkable piece of ethnic art, symbolizing the culture of the Grébo people from Ivory Coast. Featuring a long, straight nose placed between six eyes, it expresses the power and depth of African primitive art...
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21st Century and Contemporary Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

1970s Large Hammered Copper Wall Sculpture of a Dancing African Warrior
By Kalumba Tshung Manu Gabriel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Monumental mid-century hammered copper wall panel depicting a dancing African warrior with spear and shield, in the style of Gabriel Kalumba Tshung-Manu. Richly patinated surface wit...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

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...
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20th Century Other Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Large Genuine Polished Petrified Wood Sphere from Madagascar (6.75", 15.4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Top quality, center-of-a-choice petrified wood sphere from Madagascar. This incredible specimen is shaped from a solid piece of petrified wood. Hand-polished to a mirrored finish. It has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of brown, red, and orange. Fossilized Petrified Wood, which is also known as Agatized Wood...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Petrified Wood

Whole Ammonite Fossil with Crystals, Mineral Specimen Jurassic Cretaceous #T7G
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 7.5 × 5.5 × 1.25 in./ 19 × 14 × 3 cm Weight: 1 lb 9 oz/ 710 gm In this example, the complex patte...
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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Precious Stone

Antique Hand Carve Sculpture African Green Malachite Stone Figurine Rhinoceros
Located in Wembley, GB
Beautifully stylized figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty. This Valuable unique art piece is a great chance to brin...
Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Malachite

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...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Zuri - Young Woman, Bronze Abstract Nude - African Sculpture
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Zuri, which is beautiful in Swahili, is a Bronze African Abstract Nude and marks a significant moment in my creative evolution—an expansion from sculpting wildlife into exploring the human form. Initially, my art was inspired by Africa’s magnificent wildlife, but over time, the graceful silhouettes of tribal warriors and women—often glimpsed through the blistering summer haze—began to captivate me in a new way. There was something profoundly moving about their presence—dignified, resilient, and quietly powerful. That vision led me to explore the human spirit in bronze. Zuri is an abstract interpretation of that essence: rooted in strength, shaped by grace, and elevated by simplicity. Through her, I seek to honour not just form, but feeling. Bronze sculpture in a rich traditional patina with hints of Verdigris...
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2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

African Vase 1990s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Brass vase from Africa 1990s Great condition.
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1990s Egyptian Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Copper

African Vase 1990s
African Vase 1990s
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Ceramic Pumpkin , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely ceramic pumpkin was done all by hand in South Africa in Love Art Ceramics studio these very talented artistS create unique ceramic pieces entirely by hand, with no mol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Gabon Mask From Tsogho Peoples with Character, Central Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
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. ...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Zulu Warrior Sculpture in Bronze Verdigris - Limited Edition Bronze Sculpture
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
Zulu warriors were renowned for their disciplined formations and innovative tactics in battle, epitomized by the "buffalo horns" strategy developed by the legendary Shaka Zulu: a man...
Category

2010s Expressionist Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

South African Zulu Two Handled Carved Wood Meat Tray
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A South African two handled carved wood meat tray Zulu, 20th century Measures: Approximate 3 1/4" in. high x 10 1/2" in. long x 8 1/2" in. wide (8.2 x...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Dioptase From Namibia
Located in New York, NY
This Dioptase cluster from the legendary Tsumeb Mine in Namibia showcases a dazzling array of saturated emerald-green crystals with exceptional luster and clarity. The sharply termin...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Dan Prestige Wood Spoon with Legs, Ivory Coast, West Africa on custom base
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Dan carved wood prestige spoon or ladle, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Spoons like this were used by the most prominent woman in the village as a sign of her powe...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A spectacular naturally formed large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours...
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15th Century and Earlier Modern Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Hand Carved brutalist Decorative Etsa Totem Sculpture Medium
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
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...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Polished Septarian Druzy Geode Egg from Madagascar (18.5 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This 18 pound top 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 h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Malachite and Chrysocolla From Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in New York, NY
Malachite and Chrysocolla from Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire). Large polished free form botryoidal specim...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Other

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

Materials

Beads

Mid-20th Century Ceremonial Comb, Luba People, Zaire, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Ceremonial comb, Luba People, Zaire, D. R. Congo Made of palm leaf midribs, this large, graphic comb has a pinched waist and is held together with finely wrapped wire. Presented o...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wire

Cobaltoan Calcite // 1.69 Lb.
Located in New York, NY
This thick coating of rare Cobaltoan calcite on host rock is beautifully crystallized with relatively large crystals, incredible natural sparkle and luster, and truly the best bright...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

African Tuareg Silver and Ebony Wood Jewelry Box 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage African Tuareg Silver Outer Layer on Ebony Wood Jewelry Box. Rectangular form Islamic Tuareg Jewelry Box. Gorgeous Islamic jewelry treasure trink...
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Mid-20th Century Islamic Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver

Azurite Crystal From Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
This spectacular large Azurite crystal from the legendary Tsumeb Mine in Namibia showcases perfect termination, intense color saturation, and exceptional mirror-like luster. The deep...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

African Mali Cast Bronze Figural Helmet on Stand, 20th Century
Located in Miami, FL
African Mali cast bronze figural helmet on stand, 20th century Offered for sale is a mid-20th century African lost wax cast bronze figural helmet o...
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Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Antique Early 20th Century Dogon Door Lock, Hand-Carved Wood from Mali
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This is an authentic antique Dogon door lock from the early 20th century, originating from the Dogon tribe of Mali. Beautiful hand-carved from wood, this piece is adorned with intri...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Crystal, Pyrite

Genuine Green Fluorite from Namibia (5.1 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
Transparent green cubic fluorite crystals with slightly textured crystal faces that are composed of microscopic octahedral faces. The bright green color is very good for this classic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

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