African Sculptures

This abstract stone sculpture is a funerary marker of the Bura people of the Niger/Mali region. Little is known about the Bura civilization (c. 200 to 1000 AD), but it shares many of...

This 20th century African hand-carved lidded vessel with caryatid figures from Africa is carved in dark wood as a lidded vessel topped by a pair of standing figures. The carved figur...

Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection Brussels The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colou...

African art - Male bust - Mozambique - Makonde. African sculpture; early 20th century, made of exotic wood, possibly of Mozambican Makonde ethnicity. Height: 23 cm.

A carved wood female Madeö divination figure by Senufo artist, Ivory Coast circa first half of 20th century. The figure has an unusual tall cylinder shape top hat in the place of the more traditional sagittal crest coiffures, yet it retains the typical stylistic character of frontal, occipital and back hair coiffures, which are commonly found in Senufo statue...

From Agoudal Mine, Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous translucent pink cobalt-rich calcite crystals on the top face of elongated matrix...

From Agoudal Mine, Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous translucent pink cobalt-rich calcite crystals on the top face of elongated matrix...

From Agoudal Mine, Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Tazenakht, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous translucent pink cobalt-rich calcite crystals on the top face of elongated matrix...

A 20th Century reproduction carved sculpture depicting a standing bird, supported on a domed base the feet extend to the legs with wings flared and bulbous belly. The craned neck wit...

African iron wood carved bust of a bald man

A very Decorative Carved and Pierced African Tribal Panel depicting a Female Ancestor. The powerful Female Figure supports a multitude of Stylized Carved Animals carved in three Band...

Early 20th century african elephant, tiger and woman rider varnished wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti By: J. Zanetti Material: wood Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, varnished, polished Dimensions: 12.5 in x 5 in x 12.5 in Date: early 20th century, 1936 Style: Art Déco Place of origin: South Africa This expressive early 20th century wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti depicts an elephant mid-stride, a tiger resting below, and a nude female rider in an animated pose. Carved from richly grained, varnished wood, the figures are captured in motion, the elephant's legs striding forward. Seated atop the elephant, the woman's swirling coiffure and outstretched arm convey a sense of vitality and farewell. The energetic composition and Art Déco stylization reflect early 20th century african Modernism...

Handcrafted Moroccan Moorish amber painted glass perfume bottle or rose water sprinkler with raised embossed silvered metal floral design over amber glass. The pressed glass bottle in Art Deco, Art Nouveau style is oval shape with curved sides and hand decorated with embossed metal silvered overlay. This has a long metal top spout that unscrews. This is a recycled vintage French perfume...

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...

This Piece is very primitive. Its a mid to early 20th century piece. Its carved from ironwood and depicts a family tree of a family from Tanzania. The carving is very detailed.

Carved wood African headdress on later iron stand. Very stately and decoratively exotic.

This sculpture was made in North Africa. It has a nice green patina. The detailing is quite nice. The sculpture is a really nice and vintage depiction of a North African Camel.

A wonderful Punu wooden door panel (one of the original pair) with the iconic carved female figure circa mid-20th century. These door panels were used for granary in Gabon. The door ...

Before the widespread adoption of coinage, many African societies developed sophisticated systems of exchange using forged metal objects as currency. These iron forms—used in marriag...

TOTEM 2 sleep guardian or Kata Sergo from the ethnic Gorague´, South / South West Ethiopia. Different ridges are intended to evacuate the bad vibes from the fireplace to the top hous...

Sometimes called a "Bura bell" due to its shape, this sculptural terra cotta object was part of the Bura tribe's burial ritual. Buried with its flared mouth facing down, this cylindrical storage...

A single piece of solid mango wood, hand carved into a standing cone, circa 1960. Use it as door stoppers, or in a group for an eye-catching accent in any rustic or eclectic decor, i...

A highly expressive vintage African cast-bronze sculpture depicting a stylized mythical lion, attributed broadly to a West African folk-art metalworking tradition and dating conserva...

African Puppets Kote Kono A, this "Kote Kono" animal puppets depicting the hornbill bird with a large beak during the Sogobo ceremony. This ancestral tradition continues in the region of Segou in Mali, along the Niger River and more particularly in the Bozo ethnic group. It is an opportunity to regroup the different villages and give rise to musical and theatrical performances whose highlight is the puppet show...

A striking carved wood Yoruba Gẹ̀lẹ̀dẹ́ Helmet Mask on custom display stand circa mid-20th century. From Nigeria, Africa, these large elaborate and colorful headdresses were traditio...

Orimba Sculptural Column by Kamil Hajji Dimensions: W 36 × D 32 × H 210 cm Materials: Wood. Kamil Hajji is a Swiss-Moroccan artist, designer, and researcher. Drawing from a deeply c...

Here is a wonderful and very rare and colourful specimen of the famous Resserops [Perrector] falloti from the West Gondwana Atlasian shales. This exceptional specimen of the finest g...

This impressive collection of four carved wood figures are from the landlocked African country of Burkina Faso. This nation bordered by 6 other countries ...

Bauden Khoreay's large frontally carved stone sculpture of a stylized owl. The sculpture is in the manner of Picasso's early opium influenced African based cubist motifs. Professi...

French School of an Egyptian Middle Eastern Camel Sculpture on Marble Stand. Large and heavy art Deco Style Bronze Resting Camel on White Marble Stand Sculpture. Boasting a dark pati...

The latest edition to arrive at THE FOSSIL STORE™ is our famous and exquisite series of designed mount. The ammonites are truly exquisite specimens excavated from the high Anti-Atlas...

An Ethiopian tribal shield on custom iron stand. This vintage shield, originating from Ethiopia, has an overall convexly rounded-shape, and is made of a rich brown animal hide with wonderful patina. The leather shield...

Very good cast of a Benin bonze head, probably mid 20th century From the Benin Tribe of Africa comes this beautiful bronze head

Bamana tribe art is known for masks, textiles and architectural elements. This Y-shaped post supported a heavy roof timber and acted as a welcoming symbol...

This genuine Sericho pallasite meteorite from Kenya looks like jewelry made in space. Golden-green olivine crystals sit inside a web of iron-nickel metal. Together, they form one of ...

Grand Tour statue of Pharaoh Hatshepsut after the ancient model. Hatshepsut was the fifth pharaoh of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt and was the second historically confirmed female pharaoh, the first being Sobekneferu. The authentic ancient sculpture of Hatshepsut is located in Deir el-Bahri, Thebes, Egypt. Cast painted plaster. Provenance: The Collection of Charles de Beistegui, Château de Groussay. Charles de Beistegui (1894-1970), an enigmatic interior decorator whose passport was Spanish and whose wealth came from his family’s Mexican silver mines. Beistegui to indulge himself in the homes he decorated, such as his Chateau de Groussay...

The Double Gong bell originating from the Bamileke communities in Cameroon is a functional instrument played with wooden sticks.

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

A monumental plate-like fossilised crinoid salvaged from a property housing an ex private British collection. Thought to date to millions of years ago during the Devonian period, th...

Large Bamana marionette figure of a charming police man. African figure retains original paint, amazing patina, also retains original fabric wrap. (outfit).

Very handsome large-scale handcrafted cover. Large handmade Moroccan ceremonial brass vessel for covering wedding presents, hand-forged in Fez. Perfect as center piece for food cove...

This superb beautifully carved hardwood sculpture is of a native African Maasai warrior sitting in a semi kneeling pose. He has powerful masculine featu...

Decorative Grassland Leopard skin Mask Private collection Brussels The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colourful miniature glass beads in vario...

An early to mid-20th century Toguna support post from the Dogon Tribe of Mali, on custom metal stand. This West African hand carved wooden bean was origin...

This headrest comes from 20th century Kenya, hand-carved from one piece of indigenous wood. Headrests held great value to North Western nomadic pastoral tribes of Kenya as they have ...

Wooden African sculpture of a human figure standing on the back of a leopard.  

Buried with their flared mouths facing down, these cylindrical storage vessels protected the deceased's possessions as they transitioned to the afterl...

Expressive, interesting African Baoulé mask from Cote d'Ivoire from last third of the last century, carved from wood painted polychrome. The face is narrow & elegant and has a though...

This captivating vintage hand-carved wild boar sculpture is a remarkable example of artisan craftsmanship and global folk art. Rendered with impressive anatomical detail and dynamic ...

Anang/Ibibio Ekpo cult Ancestor dance Mask , Anang/Ibibio People ,Nigeria Maud et René Garcia Paris-Harrie Heinemans Collection Museum Berg & Dal-1984 Martin Lagrain AHDRC ao-...

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...

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...

Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection Brussels The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colou...

This Piece is very primitive. Its a mid to early 20th century piece. Its carved from ironwood and depicts a family tree of a family from Tanzania. The carving is very detailed.

This Piece is very primitive. Its a mid to early 2oth century piece. Its carved from wood and has lots of character and patina.

Attributed to the Yoruba people of western Nigeria, this wooden headdress was worn during a masquerade known as egungun. A widespread Yoruba ritual, egungun performances honor a comm...

Doted on like an actual child, this carved doll was once owned by a young girl among the Namji people of northwest Cameroon. Carted around by its owner wherever she went and lovingly...

To cure mental and physical ailments, Yoruba priests and diviners invoke the aid of Osanyin, the god of herbal medicines. Used in divination rituals to cure the afflicted, this iron ...

On offer is a Punu ancestor female figure presented on a custom stand circa first half of 20th century. Statue of full Punu figure like this is relatively scarce and the patina on th...

A finely carved significant Yoruba Male Ibeji figure with a tall headdress, expressive eyes, original bead belt and heavy wear and polish from native use. Areas of encrusted camwood ...