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Style: Tribal
Benin Bronze Head
Located in Bochum, NRW
Very good cast of a Benin bonze head, probably mid 20th century. From the Benin Tribe of Africa comes this beautiful bronze head of a woman A collectors ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Benin Bronze Head
Benin Bronze Head

Benin Bronze Head

Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria
By People from Benin
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Outstanding Benin Oba and his Queen, Lost Wax 'Bronze' Sculptures from the late 20th century Superbly cast and highly decorative contemporary pieces, not historical The centuries ol...
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Late 20th Century Beninese Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria
Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria

Magnificent Benin Oba And His Queen Cast Bronzes, Lost Wax Method, Nigeria

African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
Located in Plainview, NY
An African woman bust sculpture, meticulously hand-carved from the lustrous depths of ebony wood. This masterful creation pays homage to the rich heritage of African craftsmanship. The sculpture delicately unveils the intricate details of African women's accessories, each element a story etched in wood. Her elegance extends to the ornate adornments that frame her face—an ensemble of a triangle-shaped rhinestone and oversized earrings . A multi-layered necklace graces her neck, cascading down in layers that echo the timeless traditions of African jewelry...
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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood, Ebony

African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture
African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture

African Woman Bust Hand-Carved Ebony Wooden Sculpture

Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand
Located in London, GB
Bronze cast with delicate serene features, very refined detailing throughout. Featuring bow-shaped mouth and downcast eyes, flanked by pendulous pierced ...
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18th Century Thai Antique Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand
Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand

Bronze Head of Buddha 18th Century, Thailand

20th Century African Ebony Male Bust
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautifully detailed African carved male bust in solid ebony. The figure has been expertly modeled by a master craftsman. The figures is expressive and nearly photographic. Ebony is ...
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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Ebony

20th Century African Ebony Male Bust
20th Century African Ebony Male Bust

20th Century African Ebony Male Bust

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust
Located in Queens, NY
Pre-Colombian style stone bust on black lacquered wood base (20th Cent)
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20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust
Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

Pre-Colombian Stone Bust

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A compatible pair of superbly crafted African busts in an extraordinary exotic hardwood. Nzambu East African sculptures, hand carved, solid and heavy depicting the busts of two tribe...
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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts
Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

Pair Of Large Scale Heavy Nzambu East African Carved Exotic Wood African Busts

Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950
By Riccardo Scarpa
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Riccardo SCARPA (1905-1999, Italy) : "Portrait of a young African" Black varnished patinated terracota showing a cute portrait of a young african kid hairdressed with typical tribal...
Category

1950s French Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Terracotta

Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950
Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950

Riccardo Scarpa : Portrait of an African kid, black patinated terracota - C.1950

Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture
Located in Houston, TX
Tribal style clay bust sculpture. Unusual tribal style / African style artist clay bust from the 20th century. This unique colorful artist sculpture depicts a tribal figure.
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Clay

Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture
Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture

Tribal Style Clay Bust Sculpture

African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
Located in Miami, FL
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina Offered for sale is large life-size cast bronze African bust from Cameroon. The bust has great details a...
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20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Busts

Materials

Bronze

African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina
African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina

African Bronze Tribal Style Bust from Cameroon, 20th Century, Great Patina

20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful 20th Century Tribal David Tennant figural head bust comprised of hand carved ebony wood. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vint...
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20th Century Unknown Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood
20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood

20th Century Tribal Figural Head Bust by David Tennant Hand Carved Ebony Wood

African Iron Wood Man Bust
Located in Queens, NY
African iron wood carved bust of a bald man
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20th Century African Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

African Iron Wood Man Bust
African Iron Wood Man Bust

African Iron Wood Man Bust

1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Ceramic Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman The charcoal coloring and patina is unique and would ground and add richness to a neutral interior setting Piece missing bottom of b...
Category

1950s Vintage Tribal Busts

Materials

Clay

1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman
1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman

1950s Stoneware Sculpture of Tribal Woman

Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th bookend - Art - Tribal Measures : 23,5x15cm H:44,5cm Wear consistent with age and use : see photos
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20th Century Tribal Busts

Materials

Wood

Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th
Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th

Pair of hand-carved wooden woman/man bust statues - 20th

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Tribal busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Tribal busts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage busts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, bronze and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Tribal busts made in a specific country, there are Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original busts, popular names associated with this style include and Yoruba People. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for busts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $5,498 while the average work can sell for $1,730.

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