Cameroonian Mounted Objects

Sculpture big cat in ceramic with gold leaf painting. Also available in ceramic integral black or in integral white finish. Gold Leaf Finish, price 1850,00€ Also available in white ...

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). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a fertility doll...

While shield and spear were central to African combat, this iron example was most likely made to serve as a piece of trade currency. Many pre-colonization African currencies were modeled after objects of inherent value, resulting in sculptural combinations of function and beauty. This large iron spear dates to the early 20th century and is attributed to the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Secured to a narrow handle of iron and wood, the flattened blade has an elegant, sloping silhouette, subtly textured with raised lines and a rusted, antique patina. Forged as a broadleaf spear, the weapon contrasts a violent potential with images of peaceful branches swaying in the wind. We've set this unusual Kuba spear...

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

The blacksmiths and sculptors of the Mossi People were held in special regard by the tribe's ruling class. Their ability to shape bronze and other precious metals into currency and status symbols made them valuable members of the powerful tribe. The intricate design of this currency bracelet...

A well carved Indian white marble Jain temple relief fragment featuring an image of a Jina, circa 12th century, Rajasthan or Gujarat, India. The Tirthan...

Late 19th-early 20th century iron currency, kurr, Sara-Madjingaye peoples, Southern Chad. These rare currencies have a wonderfully minimalist anthropomorphic form, but were inspired...

Beautiful set of Chinese ginger jars 18th century or earlier.  

Unique bronze Buddha head on walnut stand.

Beaded Flower Arrangement from the 1960's. The rage for beaded flowers started in the 1960's and ornate labor intensive, professionally made pots were de ...

19th Century Studded Leather Dog Collar, of UK or USA origin. Heavy leather with studs and spikes bolted throughout. Name plate is marked "Battling Mike, H.A.S.". Late 19th Century. ...

A sublime Greco-Buddhist stucco head of the Buddha, ancient region of Gandhara, circa 3rd-5th century. A fragment of a larger statue, the Buddha's face...