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Style: Primitive
Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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...
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Late 19th Century Malian Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Ebony

Carved African Mali Antelope Headdress
Located in Houston, TX
Carved abstract mythological abstract antelope anteater headdress mounted on wood stand. These motifs symbolize excellence in farming and bountiful harvests...
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20th Century Malian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Vintage Abstract Hobnail Sculpture from Malawi
Located in San Diego, CA
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...
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1970s Malawian Vintage Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Bronze

Large Abstract Wood Modern Sculpture Brown Color
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Brown Patinated wood modern sculpture Circa 1960.
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Mid-20th Century French Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Metal

Japanese Drifting Chair / Drifting Stool Drifting Object Animal
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japanese drifting chair / drifting stool Drifting object animal A dog-shaped stool made of drifting objects. It has a beautiful shape as an object.
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2010s Japanese Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Driftwood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Four Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Casa guadix. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material: Camphor. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.  
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2010s Japanese Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Massive 18th Century Limestone Grinding Stone on Custom Steel Mount
Located in Chicago, IL
Monumental in scale and presence, this 18th-century French carved limestone grinding stone has been reimagined as a sculptural object of striking simplicity. Mounted vertically on a ...
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18th Century French Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Limestone

Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Grea...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Vintage Wooden Factory Racing Car Art Toy Mold / Pattern
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage wooden factory car mold / pattern. Stamped "GS P7 -20-27".
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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Modern Sculpture with a Primitive Borneo Door
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Primitive Borneo Granary old Door, with residue of color on a facade: suitable as a modern wood sculpture on support - I can darken the wood with simple wax on request. M/251. Inte...
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Late 18th Century Malaysian Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Plaster Head Primitive Sculpture in the style of Easter Island Moai Sculpture
Located in Pasadena, CA
Inspired by the 380 A. D. Easter Island originals, this Plaster Head Sculpture showcases a fine example of primitive art, known to represent god...
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Late 20th Century Chilean Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Vintage Wooden Sculpture Atlante by Luciano Bertolotto, Italy A large wooden sculpture made by the Italian sculptor Luciano Bertolotti (Pompi). Handmade with several antique wooden pieces...
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Late 20th Century Italian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Three Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shepherd and grandson. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material: Camphor. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
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2010s Japanese Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Phallic Lingam Stone
Located in New York, NY
Century old stone from Sumatra. We have a collection of twelve. They look fabulous placed in a group as a sculpture. The price and images reflect the one shown. Used as a healing sto...
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Early 1900s Indonesian Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Vintage Bronze Bracelet Cuff Object with Unique Markings
Located in New York, NY
Exact origin unknown. Handsome desk accessory.
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Early 20th Century French Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ethiopian Carved Wooden Headrest
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculpture Two Abstract tribal style wild nature glamping
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Shepherds. Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. Material: Camphor. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws.
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2010s Japanese Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Nigerian Nupe Vessel Support
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects like this elegant, cylindrical vessel support received detailed attention. This f...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Terracotta

Antique Hand Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece. This antique panel ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Hand Carved Water Buffalo
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful hand carved water buffalo. Originally used as a rice barn door and this also is a symbol to protect the home. Wonderful hanging as a piece of art. This door was sourced...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Primitive brut sculpture by Luciano Bertolotto, 1997
Located in Diest, BE
An extraordinary primitive brut sculpture created from wood and Italian marble by the acclaimed Italian self-taught artist and sculptor Luciano Bertolotto (Pompi) . Isola Rizza, Ita...
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1990s Italian Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Antique White Washed Merbau Wood Carved Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved merbau wood panel from Lampung, Sumatra. We have a collection in various sizes all white washed. The size and price reflect the one shown. Stunning on both sides....
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Hand Carved Panel Framed
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja Land. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Framed in a minimalist black teak ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece. This antique panel ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Rockefeller Irivake Figure
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Abstract and anthropomorphic large figure from the Pie River, located to the east of the Era River. Abstract, anthropomorphic form stands on separate legs with dynamic varying outline, wide hips, and torso leading straight to a rounded head. Figure represents Irivake, the ancestor hero who is considered as the founder of headhunting, also believed to have climbed to the sky and to command lightning. It is enlivened with various curvilinear details highlighted with red and white pigments. The back appears with a collection number in red, and the following: Ipigau (village), Upper Pie River, Papua, P63.20. This is a 'later example', not a first generation piece with several age cracks. It has likely seen field use, but not extensive field use. Provenance: Private New Jersey Collection, ex. Michael Rockefeller...
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Mid-20th Century Papua New Guinean Primitive Abstract Sculptures

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Wood

Antique Hand Carved Wooden Panel
Located in New York, NY
Antique hand carved architectural panel from Toraja. This carving symbolizes the protection of the home. Originally used as an exterior panel. Great art piece. This antique panel ...
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Early 1900s Antique Primitive Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

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