Sub-Saharan African Decorative Objects

Large tight ring of a group of many old African bells with clappers in a group, West Africa. Green oxidized finish. About three pounds, thirteen ounces o...

A striking collection of 7 natural mineral specimens sourced from an ex. private British collection. Each presented on exclusive custom display plinths, this set of minerals include...

A collection of 3 large natural mineral specimens, each presented on an exclusive medium neoclassical style plaster plinth. Each impressive cabinet specimen, including a Chalcedony,...

Wandalà shield, from Cameroon/Chad. Made with cowhide and natural pigments. For a similar example see- Benitez-Johannot, Purissima and Jean Paul Barbier, Shields: Africa, Southea...

Baule Ram Mask Ivory Coast Tribal African Sculpture Large Horn Mask A striking and museum-quality Baule ram mask from Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoi...

Terracotta African Canari Vessel with Serpent Detail. Cote D’Ivoire, circa 1960.

For your consideration, a traditional Ethiopian Mesob basket, a handwoven container crafted from dyed grass and palm leaves. Traditionally used to store and serve injera (Ethiopian ...

Sometimes referred to as dolls, this is a highly abstract figure with conical head, arms and legs held out from body, long columnar neck wrapped with mulitple strands of different si...

This nomadic object has been diverted from its original use. It is a unique genuine old piece with undeniable authentic charm. The signs of wear, scars and repairs testify to the ric...

A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...

A primitive bowl carved from single blank of wood.

Pair of large copper ankle bracelets, used as currency, Mbole People, Democratic Republic of Congo. Mounted on custom steel bases. Slightly different in size, these bracelets are obj...

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

Bamileke beaded Collar or Torque partially decorated with cauris Private collection Brussels

This Tuareg leather box is a finely crafted circular container created by a Malian artisan now living and working in the United States. Contemporary in its production yet grounded in...

Metal school supply box sent by the South Africa Jewish Wars Appeal to the Wels displaced persons (DP) camp in Austria, 1947. Painted blue and white with th...

Interesting maternity figure in a hieratic pose presenting a young adolescent. Beautiful facial expression, showing wisdom and knowledge. She is sitti...

A rare repuse shield with natural fiber wraped handle from the Kirdi tribe Cameroon. Now on a patinated Bronze Stand. For a similar example please see- Benitez-Johannot, Purissim...

African Bronze Figure c1950 A rare bronze cast and hand-finished figure that embodies both artistry and functional symbolism. This striking sculp...

Ashanti Bronze Ceremonial Lidded Storage Container with embossed figures, and heart shaped opening, from Ghana, Africa. Fine repousse bronze lidded trea...

Wonderful Mid-Century Kenyan Wall Hanging Sculpture of a Zebra. Good size and well done. Not signed.

A cast bronze sculpture representing a stylized leopard head surmounted by a standing feline, attributed to Edo artists of Benin City, Nigeria. Created within the artistic traditions...

This hand-carved Malachite elephant is a striking fusion of natural artistry and symbolic meaning. Sculpted from genuine Malachite, the sculpture showcases the mineral’s vivid hues, ...

19th-Century African Brass Plant Stand / Vide-Poche — Pierced Botanical Decor Description: This is a beautiful 19th-century African brass plant stand or vide-poche, crafted with gre...

Vintage African hand carved fine art wood bust - unsigned - Zimbabwe (likely) - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - no loss - minor staining and surface scratches from a...

An african solid wood puzzle in the shape of a cow, featuring a shiny polished finish. Each piece is detachable for fun and educational play. Perfect for children or as a unique deco...

Intricately hand-crafted African antelope, Benin tribal sculpture. Details in hand-hammered bronze on wood small pieces attached with small nails and numerous carvings. This object form is one of the best-known examples of Benin art, created from the thirteenth century onwards, by the Edo people, which also included other sculptures in brass, including some famous portrait heads and smaller pieces of art. Cast bronze. Tribal African Art...

Stool Senufo, Ivory Coast 20th century Wood This Senufo stool is carved from a single block of wood and composed of a gently concave seat supported by two massive, block-like legs. ...

Small early Kuba Cup With Sweet Face, Fine Hair, Handle DRC, Africa Finely carved hair in tight geometric form, small projecting ears. Some damage and wear t...

A lovely woven wicker basket with a lid made by the Kongo People . Such type of basket had multi-functional use. The lid is designed with four triangles pointed at the middle and wov...

A wonderful Mid-Century Modernist Abstract sculpture of a female figure in the style of/attributed to renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo...

Beautiful abstract marble sculpture of an abstract face having Picasso-esque style and carved from a stunning piece of green stone with earthy coloration. New black wooden base adde...

A matched pair of Ogboni figures with finely modeled heads and abstracted bodies, with iron post at bottom of each. Each face with "x" scarification mark between eyes and elaborate ...

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...

Introducing our exquisite Hand Carved Malachite Lion, a stunning masterpiece from the heart of the Republic of Congo. This majestic sculpture is ...

Rare Tiger's Eye Stone Style Ashtray South Africa Circa 1955 Caramel Color

This Vide poche is a shell, in white color.

For Your consideration is this wonderful hand carved Makonde Ujamma Life Sculpture from the Tanzania Mozambique region. The intricate details on this sculpture are truly amazin...

Large Hand-Carved Wooden Sculpture of a Deer Family, Belgian Congo, 1950s An impressive African wooden sculpture, hand-carved in the Belgian Congo during the 1950s. This remarkable ...

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

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.

Fantastic fruit basket. All kind off beautiful hand carved tropical fruit. In all kind off different woods. All together in a Teak wood bowl. Very goo...

A wonderful set of five early 20th century iron phallus figures from Togo. Fertility figures like these were planted in the ground of a farmer's fiel...

A sculptural iron throwing knife attributed to the Marghi, Mofu, or Kapsiki peoples of northeastern Nigeria and northern Cameroon. Known broadly as a hunga munga, this form transcend...

African Copper Currency Sculpture. Dimensions: Taller: 15"H x 11.5"W Shorter: 13.75" x 10.5.

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 ...

A European functionary, a cane in his right hand, carries a ledger in his left, he wears a visored CAP, collar and tie. He is moustached and has a cigar in his jacket pocket. Probab...

Extra Large Curved Hoe currency Angas, Nigeria Early 20th century Iron Measures: 29.5 x 20.5 in. / 75 x 52 cm Height on custom display stand: 33.25 in. / 84 cm Weight: 20.6 pounds / 9.34 kg Combined weight with base: 43.8 pounds / 19.9 kg The large currency forms are comprised of a heavy sheet of iron forged into the shape of a curved hoe. They were customary gifts for a bride’s father as well as having a function during wedding celebrations (Ballarini, The Perfect Form...

Well used and loved Nupe carved wood stool with openwork geometric design, It is in good condition, appropriate for its age, use, and medium. Well used with deep patina, chips and ...

Vide Poche Minimalist in Wood, Gabon 1950 Brown Color

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...

Antica scultura - bronzo - africana - Benin - XIX secolo Descrizione Antica Scultura in bronzo africana di una raffigurazione del Re Coronato Ife Malu, originaria del Benin del XIX ...

African Carved Hardwood Figure, 20th Century Tribal Sculpture, 27 cm This striking African carved hardwood figure dates to the second half of the 20th century and exemplifies the pow...

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...

A beautiful all natural rock crystal bowl, hand carved and polished. Fine AAA gemstone grade genuine rock crystal with rare gold rutile. Of organic form wi...

The Luba people of Zaire believed that ancestors visited them through dreams. This belief led to elaborately worked headrests, known as "seats of dreams." Such headrests were used to...

This beautifully made Mid-Century Carved Female Bust in Ebony Hardwood W/ Herringbone Pattern originates from Kenya, Circa 1960. This sculpture is carved from a single piece of ebony...

African Vide Poche and sculpture, withanAnimals holding a bowl in wood, 1960 Sculpture in wood.

Strong Marka antelope - human wood mask with metal, Mali Africa. Large square open eyes, long nose with horizontal lips, three projecting brass metal braids ending with feathered cl...

This luscious green copper carbonate mineral specimen from the DRC has been expertly hand-carved into a large elephant with upward-facing trunk and hand-polished to a brilliant luste...