Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

A spectacular naturally formed large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours...

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...

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...

This 3.5" Malachite sphere has been expertly hand-polished from solid natural stone, bringing out the mineral’s flowing green banding and striking bullseyes. The smooth finish allows...

African Malachite egg on Malachite base, 1970s A Malachite egg standing on a Malachite bowl, with exactly the size that the egg fits in the bowl and can be used as stand. Has some f...

Very impressive trio of hand carved African masks majestically displayed on custom tall iron stands in varying heights. Stands have bases that are 12” x 12” Tallest sculpture 86” Mid...

Type: Schorl Black Tourmaline Origin: Erongo Region, Karibib Constituency, Namibia Dim: H: 14.7 x W: 12.5 x D: 9.2 cm Wt: 2146 g This natural specimen of Schorl Black Tourmal...

Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa. In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...

The Khada Totem Sculpture #3 is hand-carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a collective of Zimbabwean artisans, who set their own prices, ensuring each piece is ...

Early 20th Century African Tribal Clay Pot Fashioned from locally sourced clay using ancient techniques passed down through generations, this pot bears the marks of time and tradit...

Chrysocolla after Azurite with Malachite coated with druzy Quartz Tenke-Fungurume area, Kolwezi mining dist, Lualaba, DR Congo 9.2cm tall x 10.7cm wide A highly aesthetic cabinet sp...

Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene region, Namibia Measures: 8.5 cm tall x 7 cm wide Dioptase, once believed to be emerald when first encountered, is amongst the most vividly colored species. Large gem...

A substantial polished malachite egg of exceptional decorative quality, hand-worked from a single nodule of Congolese malachite and brought to a high mirror finish. The patterning ac...

A pair of wonderfully sculptural early 20th century handwoven wicker shields from the Tamberma people of Togo, mounted on custom steel stands.

A Pair of Inkangara Prestige Baskets Rwanda or Burundi, Tutsi and Hutu peoples 20th century (1960s/1970s) Left H 13 ins (33 cm); D 7 ins (17.5 cm) Right H 13.5 ins (34...

Coming from madagascar, this aesthetic specimen of semi-precious gemstone called labradorite has the perfect weight and dimensions to decorate a bookshelf or a desk. It weighs 1900 g...

Kumberai Mapanda (1940-) Small head. circa 1970. Carved serpentine stone 5 1/4" in. (13.4 cm.) high, excluding base. Shona sculpture is the name given to a modern move...

Large heavy Ashanti Akan cast brass elements necklace with two large circular pendants, from Ghana or Ivory Coast, Africa. Finely worked lost wax cast pieces in cascading form from...

Labradorite is a classic semi precious stone from Madagascar. This bloc is a perfect desk size specimen, weighing 1350 grams, and shows a great flash of electric blue color. The col...

This remarkable hand-carved Malachite pyramid highlights the stone’s natural artistry in a refined geometric form. Fashioned from genuine Malachite, the sculpture displays the minera...

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...

We selected this cut in half Cleoniceras ammonite from Madagascar for its quality. Presented as a striking sculptural natural-history display for the discerning collector. Dating to ...

Product Information: Specimen Type: Dioptase on Calcite Weight: 63 Grams Dimension: H: 6.2 x W: 4.7 x D: 2.8 cm Origin: Mindouli, Pool Department, Republic of Congo Treatment: None...

This deeply pigmented group of huge, sharp, beautifully translucent anglesite crystals from the famed Tsumeb Mine in Namibia features incredible, rare yellowish-orange coloring and n...

This hand-polished Malachite egg is a statement object that reveals the natural artistry of one of the most recognizable copper carbonate minerals. The rich green surface displays sw...

Wonderful spear form currency with spiral loops below the spear head festooned with three 'bells' on each side. An appealing design executed by a master craftsman. Beautifully mounte...

This mineral, jasper from Kabamba, in Africa, Madagascar, called "kambaba jasper" or "orbicular jasper" due to the round shapes when you cut and polish it, is exceptional by it's siz...

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 8.75 × 7.5 × 1.875 in. / 22 × 19 × 4.75 cm Weight: 4.125 lbs / 2.169 kg Height on custom display ...

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...

A striking large naturally shaped mtorolite specimen originating from Zimbabwe. This rare mineral, also known as chrome chalcedony, showcases an unu...

From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Rich cluster of lustrous deep royal blue azurite crystals on malachite-duftite-calcite matrix. All of the azurite crysta...

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...

This modern sculptural Brutalist decorative totem set by Egg Designs merges sculptural form with primitive inspiration. Handcrafted in unglazed terracotta, the design draws on tribal...

This exceptional specimen showcases a lush, lustrous bed of fully formed, fully terminated Dioptase crystals exhibiting a rich, emerald-green hue and remarkable translucency. These a...

Tutsi Ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Measures: 20” long x 7 1/4” wide x 4” deep (50.5 x 1...

Handwoven Traditional African Bolga Farmer's Market Basket Hammered natural fiber weave, patina is present. 14.25 h to top handle x 16 diameter Unmarked Preowned original vintage co...

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...

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: ...

A very nice vintage rugged petrified wood paper weight, circa old! The piece is in very good condition with wonderful brown and tan colors and measures 4.75"W x 3.75"D x 3.5"H. Cool...

A set of six carved ebony figures from Kenya, 1950-70, each depicting a different moment of village life. One figure grips a long staff or spear at rest against the ground. Two stand...

For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...

This 11-gram Imperial Topaz from Zambia is a true gem featuring a radiant color and excellent clarity. Key Features: Dimensions: 3.81 cm height, 1.27 cm length, 1.27 cm depth Large ...

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...

A very nice abstract African marble figural sculpture by noted Zimbabwean artist, Ernest Chiwaridzo, circa early 1980s. The piece has a wonderful patina and measures 5"W x 2.5"D x 10...

Finely carved portrait kpwan mask with tall, braided hair design, dark to black patina, from the Baule People, Ivory Coast, Africa, ex Fearing. Well carved features, curved slit eyes...

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...

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...

Well used and loved Nupe carved hardwood wood stool with four legs and central post, openwork geometric design, with stylized multiple dancing animal or lizard forms. Large conical ...

- Large fossil stone shell - Ammonites were predatory Prehistorie cephalopod mollusks which existed between 400 and 66 million years ago before dying out during the exinction event w...

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...

Six Knobkerries from South Africa A group of six knobkerries from South Africa, mounted together on a wooden base. These were originally used as weapons during battle but have evolv...

Crafted from top-quality malachite sourced from Zaire, this hand-polished egg boasts a distinct banded pattern and solid composition without any fill. Displayed on an acrylic stand, ...

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...

Showing a crescent shaped headrest braced by flattened 'V' shaped supports rising from a cupped base, decorated overall with hand carved linear motifs and exhibiting an old rubbed su...

A beautifully varied set of three hand-carved and polished solid malachite dishes, each hollowed from a single nodule of natural stone to create an organic, freeform vide-poche. All...

Tourmaline Rubaya, Bahunde, Masisi Territory, North Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo Measures: 5.1 cm tall x 2 cm wide.

From the Akan or Ashanti peoples, Ghana, shrine figure, a standing female figure with black hair and details, remains of white pigment, with arms out holding a bottle, includes custo...

Bamileke Decorative Wooden Flute or Whistle embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection...

The Black Rhino is one of Africa’s most formidable creatures, yet also among its most vulnerable. This bronze bust, finished in a deep blue verdigris patina, captures the raw strength and weathered dignity of the rhino’s head, its horn thrust forward like a spear forged by evolution. I first sketched this piece in the field when all I could see was a rhino’s head emerging through the thicket—an unforgettable impression of power and presence. The rhino’s horn, once its ultimate defense, has tragically become the very reason for its decline. In this sculpture, that paradox is frozen in bronze: resilience and fragility bound together. Set on a sandstone base, the piece is both a tribute and a reminder—of nature’s grandeur and mankind’s responsibility to protect it. Black Rhino Bust, Bronze Rhino Sculpture...

TOTEM 1 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 h...