Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

This Large Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Alligator is a striking example of gemstone artistry and natural mineral beauty. Expertly carved from a single piece of authentic Malachite s...

Early 20th century Mangbetu chief's pot, from DR Congo, a distinctive and beautiful anthropomorphic sculpture. This style of terracotta pot m...

A tall paper mache giraffe in black and brown with leather ears and glass eyes. We see this fun piece in a nursery or in a foyer. Measures: 17....

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...

Hand carved African tribal wood carved sculpture of a men and women, Africa tribal Art Decor. Kenyan tribal sculpture featuring an elongated standing man and women with a crown and metal choker. Very simple modern look carved ethnic sculpture...

This mask was made by the Chokwe people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It has detailed metalwork and is finely carved. Probably dates around the 1960's.

A Central African wood pot, vase or vessel. This vintage decorative object from Central Africa is created from a single piece of mahogany acc...

Museum quality, huge hand-polished flame free-form specimen, made from a solid piece of natural Madagascan Ocean Jasper. This large piece has an amazing pattern with beautiful hues o...

Brass vase from Africa 1990s Great condition.

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...

Bring bold color and natural elegance into your collection with this Vibrant Green Genuine Malachite Specimen – 35.5lb Natural Sculptural Form, sourced from one of the world’s most c...

AAA-quality Polychrome Jasper palm stone Freeform. This beautiful specimen has multi-colored veins of Chalcedony from Madagascar. Beautiful multi-colored rock that usually exhibits a circular, eye-shaped, or figurative pattern. This freeform makes a perfect home decor gift item. Polychrome Jasper is a crystal of exuberance, physical energy, vitality, and vibrancy. This is a stone of Fire...

Artisan made sphere with matching stand in green Fuchsite crystal. Mined, crafted and polished in Madagascar ca 1980. Measurements: H: 14 cm, D: 12 cm. Weight: over 2kg. Fuchsite chert also commonly known as "Dragon Stone...

Cerussite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Complex cluster of highly reflective lustrous transparent cerussite crystals in a 60 degree twinning reticulat...

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"

20th century woven cane fabric beater from the Lega People of D. R. Congo A sculptural piece of African utilitarian ware used to beat the dust out of fabric as it would hang on a ...

Incredible and huge sculptures representing a couple of giraffes polychromed. Fantastic.

Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture from Malawi. This abstract piece is unique and complex. It originates from the late 1970s. The bronze drop-like figure with a neck and head are cov...

Pair of rock crystal candlesticks with Black Onyx mount. Rock crystal is a colorless and transparent natural stone, valued for its beauty and versatility in jewelry and decorative o...

From Kolwezi, Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) Colorful specimen of lustrous translucent blue cornetite crystals with translucent green malachite crystals coverin...

Pair of rock crystal candlesticks with brass mount. Rock crystal is a colorless and transparent natural stone, valued for its beauty and versatility in jewelry and decorative objects...

This petite cone-shaped cap, known as laket, was created by an artisan of the Kuba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, ...

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...

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...

This is a pair of African iron currency blade or sword currency from the Nkutshu, Topoke & Songo Meno peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo (Zaire) which are nicely presented upon custom metal stands. Such blades were used by various tribal groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo as a form of currency. They were used to close a variety of important transactions such as land deals or the proposal of marriage. These African sword...

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...

A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE CARVED STATUE OF A MAASAI HUNTER Circa 1950 Kenya. Almost a lifesize figure of a sitting Maasai hunter holding his spear impressively capturing his character...

An expressively carved African wood female kneeling figure on staff with a display wood stand circa mid 20th century. The figural sculpture was an Ose Sango staff from Yoruba communi...

Top quality, beautiful polished cross-section of Ocean Jasper from Madagascar. It often includes vugs lined with white or green druzy quartz crystals. It is found in only one place i...

Vintage Coco de mer container decorative arts décor A coco de mer nut from the Seychelles islands carved on the back side to make a decorative container. This highly pleasing decor...

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...

AAA quality, polished Peach Moonstone freeform from Madagascar. Composed of potassium aluminum silicate feldspar, this variety of Moonstone has typically tan-brown to light peach/pin...

From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Complex cluster of highly reflective lustrous transparent cerussite crystals in a 60 degree twinning reticulating forma...

This helmet mask created by the Mende people of Sierra Leone was made for the women of their tribe to wear while dancing. Commissioned by women for their ...

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...

Boli Fetish, Bamana, Mali Wood, ritual substances, feathers, composite materials Early 20th century Provenance: Merton D. Simpson Gallery, New York French private collection Among ...

Huge, museum quality beautiful polished ocean Jasper freeform from Madagascar. This piece has an amazing pattern with vibrant hues of green, white, brown and white druzy quartz cryst...

A large natural skeletal raw malachite specimen originating from Morocco. This unique specimen has a striking form that has been moulded by nature over thousands of years. It showca...

A striking large natural bedrock specimen with a coating of chrysocolla and malachite displayed on a custom neoclassical style stand. This specimen is of an unusual irregular shape ...

A finely carved decorated headrest with solid hourglass shaped base, attached decorations of seed pods shell and beads. Fine worn patina. Created by the Tsonga peoples of South Afr...

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...

From Berg Aukas Mine, Grootfontein, Otavi Mountain Land, Namibia This specimen has lustrous and transparent dark-brown Descloizite crystals in a intergrown formation with sharp bevel...

An evocative Ashanti (Asante) Akua’ba fertility figure from Ghana, dating to circa 1930–1940, hand-carved from wood and retaining a warm, naturally developed patina from age and hand...

From Nani Hill, Loliondo, Ngorongoro district, Arusha, Tanzania Large trapezohedral crystal of transparent orange spessartine garnet with no matrix attached. Has lustrous faces with ...

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...

Museum quality, huge hand-polished point specimen, made from a solid piece of natural Madagascan Ocean Jasper. This large piece has an amazing pattern with beautiful hues of green, b...

This 100 lbs large genuine polished Lepidolite freeform from Madagascar is of superior quality, hosting a distinctive lilac shade with a distinct blend of purple hues for a remarkabl...

A Kissi Nomoli carved stone figure, a male with his hands wrapped around his knees, on a base; from the Kissi people of Sierra Leone. Greyish brown patina, snout-like mouth, large no...

From Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Scintillating formation of spherical aggregates of quartz with translucent green conichalcite microcrystals. 1.2 grams,...

This small Baule bronze elephant from Côte d’Ivoire possesses a lively, spirited presence. Its rounded body, broad ears, sturdy legs, and dramatically rai...

Worn by chiefs and other notables on ceremonial occasions, these beaded heads were highly symbolic power accoutrements and probably represent the heads of enemies taken in battle. Ol...

Time-honored texture and form define this Nigerian copper sculptural object. The intricate geometry was achieved through a process known as scarification. The artisan would meticulou...

Stylized sculpture by R.Mteki.

A spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a polished face to one side and a naturalistic reverse. Labradorite is named after the region of its discovery at Paul Island in the Canadian province of Labrador, first discovered here in 1770. Madagascar is currently the main source of labradorite. To expose its stunning colours, the stone is highly polished, revealing its natural beauty. This in itself is a talented skill, with only a small percentage of labradorites yielding positive results, making this specimen a rare discovery. We also have two other large labradorite...

Candle Quartz from Madagascar is a captivating variety of quartz known for its unique, elongated, and columnar crystal formations that resemble candles. These crystals typically deve...

Early 20th century male baule figure, ivory coast, Africa A stylistically pleasing sculpture of a spiritual spouse (blolo bian) from the Baule culture....

Standing Fang Mabea Maternity of Museum quality, holding a pestle with both her hands. The mother's head is slightly turned to the left, while the child, which she carries on her bac...

The Shi peoples are agriculturalists living on the shores of Lake Kivu in D.R. Congo. Artistically they are best known for their distinctively carved cups and pitchers...

Original 1950s South African scrimshaw ostrich egg by late chief Sipho Ndlvu depicting a pair of elephants.

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...