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African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure
African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure

African Gabon 20th Century Carved Wood Ambete Reliquary Figure

Located in Queens, NY

African Gabon 20th Century carved wood Ambete reliquary figure features an oval head with inlaid cowrie shell eyes, a fiber necklace, forward thrust shoulders with bent arms, rope be...

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20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Very Large Fierce Dan Guere We Mask With Tusks Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing
Very Large Fierce Dan Guere We Mask With Tusks Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing

Very Large Fierce Dan Guere We Mask With Tusks Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Very large fierce Dan Guere or We mask from the Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing collection. Strong mask with recessed slit eyes, projecting carved wood tusks which frame face, large w...

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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Cobaltoan Calcite from Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Mor
Cobaltoan Calcite from Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Mor

Cobaltoan Calcite from Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Mor

Located in New York, NY

From Bou Azzer District, Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Morocco Lustrous rounded cluster of vibrant pink scalenohedral calcite crystals. The calcite is translucent to transparent...

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21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Tides in Stone: Large Ocean Jasper Sphere, 8.5"
Tides in Stone: Large Ocean Jasper Sphere, 8.5"

Tides in Stone: Large Ocean Jasper Sphere, 8.5"

Located in New York, NY

Extra large polished ocean jasper sphere, carved from richly banded hardstone displaying dramatic swirls of deep green, teal, charcoal, and earthy red with natural veining and orbicu...

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21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Stone

Cerrusite Crystal Sculpture from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia, Peach Hue, New
Cerrusite Crystal Sculpture from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia, Peach Hue, New

Cerrusite Crystal Sculpture from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia, Peach Hue, New

Located in New York, NY

From the legendary Tsumeb Mine in Namibia – a locality celebrated for producing some of the world’s most exquisite Cerrusite – comes this exceptional example of the lead carbonate mi...

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2010s African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Hand-Carved African White Rhino / Rhinoceros Marble Sculpture - Signed
Hand-Carved African White Rhino / Rhinoceros Marble Sculpture - Signed

Hand-Carved African White Rhino / Rhinoceros Marble Sculpture - Signed

Located in San Diego, CA

Hand-carved African white rhino / rhinoceros sculpture, circa 1970s. The sculpture is in very good vintage condition and measures 8.5"W x 2.75"D x 4.25"H; it is signed on the undersi...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Fine Portrait Mask Tall Hair Design Baule People Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing
Fine Portrait Mask Tall Hair Design Baule People Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing

Fine Portrait Mask Tall Hair Design Baule People Ivory Coast Africa ex Fearing

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Finely carved portrait kpwan mask with tall, braided hair design, dark to black patina, from the Baule People, Ivory Coast, Africa, ex Fearing. Well carved features, curved slit eyes...

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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Mali Cast Bronze Figural Helmet on Stand, 20th Century
African Mali Cast Bronze Figural Helmet on Stand, 20th Century

African Mali Cast Bronze Figural Helmet on Stand, 20th Century

Located in Miami, FL

African Mali cast bronze figural helmet on stand, 20th century Offered for sale is a mid-20th century African lost wax cast bronze figural helmet o...

Category

Mid-20th Century African Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster On Barite From Morocco
Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster On Barite From Morocco

Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster On Barite From Morocco

Located in Peshawar, PK

Specimen: Vanadinite on Barite Weight: 28 grams Dimensions: H: 4.3 x W: 3.2 x D: 2 cm Origin: Atlas Mountains, Mibladen, Morocco Treatment: None This natural specimen showcases...

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Extra Large 12.5 in Luminescent Ammonite Fossil, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #LP3
Extra Large 12.5 in Luminescent Ammonite Fossil, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #LP3

Extra Large 12.5 in Luminescent Ammonite Fossil, Jurassic Cretaceous Period #LP3

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Madagascar Jurassic - Cretaceous Period, 200 - 145 million years old Dimensions: 12.75 x 11 x 2.25 in. / 32 x 28 x 6 cm Weight: 12 lbs 14 oz/ 5.85 kg In this example, the complex...

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15th Century and Earlier Other Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Precious Stone

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll

Located in Chicago, IL

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...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art African Sculptures

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Large Desert Rose Selenite Crystal Formation
Large Desert Rose Selenite Crystal Formation

Large Desert Rose Selenite Crystal Formation

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large desert rose selenite crystal formation. Selenite, also known as satin spar, desert rose, or gypsum flower are four crystal structure varieties of the mineral gypsum. These ...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Prehistoric Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture
A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture

A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

This character filled A Bamana Wrought Iron Equestrian Sculpture originates from Mali during the latter half of the 20th Century. Features a rectilinear black base on which four curv...

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20th Century Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Celestine geode with twinned crystals
Celestine geode with twinned crystals

Celestine geode with twinned crystals

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

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 ...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Ruler Selenite with Gold Leaf on a Lucite Base
Ruler Selenite with Gold Leaf on a Lucite Base

Ruler Selenite with Gold Leaf on a Lucite Base

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Ruler Selenite with gold leaf on a Lucite base. Selenite logs are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean br...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold Leaf

Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa
Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa

Pair of Ogboni Yoruba Cast Bronze Figurative Staff Tops, Nigeria Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

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 ...

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Mid-20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Ronald Mylchreest Totemic Carved Wood sculpture
Ronald Mylchreest Totemic Carved Wood sculpture

Ronald Mylchreest Totemic Carved Wood sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ronald Mylchreest Carved Wood Floor Sculpture Ronald Mylchreest was a South African Artist marble base shows wear

Category

1960s Vintage African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

African Mali Mid 20th Century Luba Female Standing Fertility Figure
African Mali Mid 20th Century Luba Female Standing Fertility Figure

African Mali Mid 20th Century Luba Female Standing Fertility Figure

Located in Queens, NY

African Mali mid 20th-Century hand carved wooden standing Luba female feritility figure Good, surface patina, drill holes on top of head and center chest, light hairlines

Category

20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

African Togo 20th Century Carved Wood Legba Aja Figure on Stand
African Togo 20th Century Carved Wood Legba Aja Figure on Stand

African Togo 20th Century Carved Wood Legba Aja Figure on Stand

Located in Queens, NY

African Togo 20th Century carved wood Legba Aja (goddess of healing, herbs & knowledge) figure in a minimalist style with a string of beads wrapped around her left leg, mounted on a ...

Category

20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Beads

Calcite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India
Calcite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India

Calcite From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India

Located in New York, NY

From Nasik District, Maharashtra, India Large translucent cubic crystals of calcite on light pink heulandite crystal cluster matrix. The calcite has rich milky color with sharp term...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster From Morocco
Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster From Morocco

Natural Specimen Of Rare Vanadinite Cluster From Morocco

Located in Peshawar, PK

Specimen: Vanadinite Weight: 151 grams Dimensions: H: 5 x W: 4.5 x D: 3 cm Origin: Atlas Mountains, Mibladen, Morocco Treatment: None This natural specimen features a rare and ey...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene Region, Namibia
Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene Region, Namibia

Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene Region, Namibia

Located in New York, NY

Dioptase, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene region, Namibia Measures: 8.5 cm tall x 7 cm wide Dioptase, once believed to be emerald when first encountered, is amongst the most vividly colored species. Large gem...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Other

Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (50 lbs)
Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (50 lbs)

Blue Celestite Cluster From Sankoany, Ketsepy Mahajanga, Madagascar (50 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This unique Madagascan Blue Celestite Cluster exhibits large, gem crystals of remarkable quality, featuring prism faces and sharp chisel-terminations - surpassing the average blue-gr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Green, Blue Malachite and Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice Mineral Specimen- DRC
Green, Blue Malachite and Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice Mineral Specimen- DRC

Green, Blue Malachite and Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice Mineral Specimen- DRC

Located in Edison, NJ

Of all the incredible malachite specimens recovered from the Katanga Copper Crescent of the DRC, there is only one known incidence of a stalactite composed of chrysocolla with stunning malachite "eyes" and azurite rings...

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15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Malachite, Multi-gemstone

African Tanzania Contemporary Carved Wood Makonde Fearsome Demon Head
African Tanzania Contemporary Carved Wood Makonde Fearsome Demon Head

African Tanzania Contemporary Carved Wood Makonde Fearsome Demon Head

Located in Queens, NY

African Tanzania Contemporary carved wood Makonde fearsome demon head in stylized elongated form features incised hair, long narrow nose, flaring nostrils plus an openwork snarling m...

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20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite
Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite

Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Ruler Selenite with an 18th century Italian gold leaf fragment. Mica, and natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spar. The piece is put together by Jean O'Reilly Barlow, the artist and creative director of Interi. The date of manufacture reflects when she created the piece but the Italian fragment is originally 18th century. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...

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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform from Madagascar (6 lbs)
Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform from Madagascar (6 lbs)

Polished Ocean Jasper Freeform from Madagascar (6 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

Top quality, beautiful polished cross-section of Ocean Jasper freeform from Madagascar. Polished to smooth mirror finish and is a perfect addition to any crystal collection. Ocean ...

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21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Antique Decorative figurine depicting an Egyptian mummy, 1920s
Antique Decorative figurine depicting an Egyptian mummy, 1920s

Antique Decorative figurine depicting an Egyptian mummy, 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a large antique statue depicting an Egyptian mummy. It is carved in the softwood and hand-painted in Egyptian revival styl...

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1920s Egyptian Revival Vintage African Sculptures

Materials

Softwood

Sculptural Modern Brutalist Terracotta Tribal-Inspired Decorative Totem 3
Sculptural Modern Brutalist Terracotta Tribal-Inspired Decorative Totem 3

Sculptural Modern Brutalist Terracotta Tribal-Inspired Decorative Totem 3

By Egg Designs

Located in Bothas Hill, KZN

This modern sculptural Brutalist decorative totem by Egg Designs merges sculptural form with primitive inspiration. Handcrafted in unglazed terracotta, the design draws on tribal mot...

Category

2010s Organic Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Terracotta

Vanadinite on matrix From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco
Vanadinite on matrix From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco

Vanadinite on matrix From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco

Located in New York, NY

From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco Here is an exceptional world class specimen of large hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites on matix. Large well ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

African Congo 20th Century Carved Wood Songye Kwfebe Figural Plaque
African Congo 20th Century Carved Wood Songye Kwfebe Figural Plaque

African Congo 20th Century Carved Wood Songye Kwfebe Figural Plaque

Located in Queens, NY

African Congo 20th Century wood Songye Kwfebe plaque carved in flattened figural form with a rectangular shape features a horned, incised head with beaded necklace, 2 smaller relief ...

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20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Ash

Zambian Imperial Topaz Sculpture: Golden Hue Crystal Gemstone
Zambian Imperial Topaz Sculpture: Golden Hue Crystal Gemstone

Zambian Imperial Topaz Sculpture: Golden Hue Crystal Gemstone

Located in New York, NY

Discover the allure of this Imperial Topaz from Zambia. This 16-gram gemstone boasts a striking golden hue, making it a prized addition to any collection. Key Features: Dimensions: ...

Category

2010s African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Spinosaurus Maroccanus Vertebrae From Baharija Formation, South of Taouz Morocco
Spinosaurus Maroccanus Vertebrae From Baharija Formation, South of Taouz Morocco

Spinosaurus Maroccanus Vertebrae From Baharija Formation, South of Taouz Morocco

Located in New York, NY

Here is a large vertebrae from the massive Spinosaurus maroccanus theropod dinosaur. It comes from From Baharija Formation, South of Taouz, Kem-kem Basin, Morocco. Spinosaurus (mean...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Other

1 of 4 Sublime Moroccan Ammonite Atlas Mountains Fossil Bowls Marble Finish
1 of 4 Sublime Moroccan Ammonite Atlas Mountains Fossil Bowls Marble Finish

1 of 4 Sublime Moroccan Ammonite Atlas Mountains Fossil Bowls Marble Finish

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 180+ Million year old Atlas Mountains Morocco Fossil bowl polished to a marble finish They are truly exquisite, they ...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Other Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Dioptase, Shattuckite, and Adamite Crystal Specimen, Congo, New
Dioptase, Shattuckite, and Adamite Crystal Specimen, Congo, New

Dioptase, Shattuckite, and Adamite Crystal Specimen, Congo, New

Located in New York, NY

This striking specimen from the Democratic Republic of Congo presents a superb multi-mineral association rarely encountered in the mineral world. Sharp, glassy emerald-green Dioptase...

Category

2010s African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Azurite Crystal Sculpture with Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia
Azurite Crystal Sculpture with Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia

Azurite Crystal Sculpture with Malachite from Tsumeb Mine, Namibia

Located in New York, NY

This spectacular large Azurite crystal from the legendary Tsumeb Mine in Namibia showcases perfect termination, intense color saturation, and exceptional mirror-like luster. The deep...

Category

2010s African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Malachite

Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria
Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria

Ife-Style Yoruba Bronze Portrait Head, Nigeria

Located in Norwood, NJ

A finely cast bronze portrait head in the style of the ancient Yoruba kingdom of Ife, Nigeria. This dignified bust exhibits hallmark features of c...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Category

20th Century Dutch Colonial African Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Antique Hand Carve Sculpture African Green Malachite Stone Figurine Rhinoceros
Antique Hand Carve Sculpture African Green Malachite Stone Figurine Rhinoceros

Antique Hand Carve Sculpture African Green Malachite Stone Figurine Rhinoceros

Located in Wembley, GB

Beautifully stylized figurine with a great balance of harmony stood, portraying the inner world's beauty through pure beauty. This Valuable unique art piece is a great chance to brin...

Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage African Sculptures

Materials

Malachite

Mbole Copper Currency Anklet, c. 1900
Mbole Copper Currency Anklet, c. 1900

Mbole Copper Currency Anklet, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This sculptural metal form is a Mbole currency anklet from the early 20th century. Worn by both men and women, this type of leg ornament (ambi) was worn at the ankle as ceremonial at...

Category

Late 19th Century Tribal Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Large Polished Labradorite Freeform

Large Polished Labradorite Freeform

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a polished face to one side and a naturalistic reverse. Labradorite is named after the region of its discovery at Paul Island in the Canadian province of Labrador, first discovered here in 1770. Madagascar is currently the main source of labradorite. To expose its stunning colours, the stone is highly polished, revealing its natural beauty. This in itself is a talented skill, with only a small percentage of labradorites yielding positive results, making this specimen a rare discovery. We also have two other large labradorite...

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15th Century and Earlier Modern Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Ngombe Throwing Knife, c. 1900
Ngombe Throwing Knife, c. 1900

Ngombe Throwing Knife, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

With its many blades and dramatic form, this impressive throwing knife would have been a status symbol and a form of currency among the Ngombe peoples o...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite
Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite

Ruler Selenite with an 18th Century Italian Fragment & Baroque Pearls on Lucite

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Ruler selenite adorned with an 18th century Italian gilded fragment and natural forming baroque pearls and mounted on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, pri...

Category

18th Century Organic Modern Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Natural Honey Quartz Crystal Specimen
Natural Honey Quartz Crystal Specimen

Natural Honey Quartz Crystal Specimen

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A natural honey quartz crystal specimen originating from Madagascar, presented on one of our museum-quality painted plaster bases. Formed over millions of years, this natural calcite...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal

Large Genuine Polished Rose Quartz Freeform '102 lbs'
Large Genuine Polished Rose Quartz Freeform '102 lbs'

Large Genuine Polished Rose Quartz Freeform '102 lbs'

Located in New York, NY

This massive, 102 pound, hand-polished, AAA-quality Rose Quartz freeform from Madagascar is incredibly crafted from one solid piece of Rose Quartz. This beautiful freeform is the foc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Pair of Ruler Selenite on Lucite Bases
Pair of Ruler Selenite on Lucite Bases

Pair of Ruler Selenite on Lucite Bases

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

A pair of ruler selenite on lucite bases. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is a crystallized form of gypsum and is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spare. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Benin Bronze Warrior Figure – Edo People, Nigeria
Benin Bronze Warrior Figure – Edo People, Nigeria

Benin Bronze Warrior Figure – Edo People, Nigeria

By People from Benin

Located in Norwood, NJ

A striking early to mid-20th century cast bronze figure depicting a standing warrior, executed in the traditional lost-wax casting technique associated with the historic Kingdom of B...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century
African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century

African Organic Wooden Carved Sculpture/Drum, 20th Century

Located in Odense, DK

An organic, hand-carved wooden drum from West Africa, dating to the 1950–1960s. Crafted from solid wood, this piece carries both sculptural and functional qualities, blurring the lin...

Category

Mid-20th Century Organic Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Cowhide, Wood, Teak

Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s
Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s

Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Ebony Wood, Folk Art, 1950s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Hand carved wood ebony African elephant. Mid-20th Century Hand-Carved African Elephant Sculpture in Solid Ebony Wood Hand-carved African elephant sculpture, crafted from dense solid ebony wood, renowned for its rich, deep hue and natural sheen. This mid-20th-century piece captures the power and majesty of the African elephant. Handcrafted carved wooden elephant, likely an African Elephant due to the large ears. It appears to be made from a dark wood, possibly ebony, which is a popular material for such carvings. Ebony is a dense and valuable wood, making these carvings desirable for collectors. Hand-carved by a skilled artisan, likely of East or Central African origin, the sculpture showcases traditional carving techniques passed down through generations. Its smooth polish and heavy weight reflect the high quality of the ebony used—a wood celebrated not only for its beauty but also for its durability and rarity. This piece serves as both a decorative object and a cultural artifact, ideal for collectors of African art, lovers of wildlife sculptures, or those seeking a unique focal point for an interior space. Dimensions: Height: 10 in. Width: 9.5 in. Depth: 3.25 in. (Insert exact dimensions) Origin: Africa (likely Kenya, Tanzania, or Congo region) Circa: 1950s–1970s In Chinese culture, the elephant symbolizes good luck, prosperity, peace, and happiness. Placing an elephant figurine in the home or office is believed to attract good fortune and ward off evil. Elephant statues are also associated with wisdom, family unity, and personal strength. A feng shui elephant is a powerful symbol that can invite auspicious energy into your home. The elephant is a venerated animal in Asian cultures because of their intelligence, physical prowess, and memory. They symbolize wisdom, strength, and good luck. The elephant's trunk is where luck and energy are kept. It is a symbol of wisdom and understanding that can assist you in quickly overcoming a range of difficulties. The downward trunk elephant is believed to maintain balance at work and keep good energy levels up at home. Symbolism: * Wisdom and Strength: In Asian cultures, elephants are venerated for their intelligence, physical prowess, and memory, symbolizing wisdom, strength, and good luck. * Good Fortune and Prosperity: In Chinese culture, the elephant symbolizes good luck, prosperity, peace, and happiness. Placing an elephant figurine in the home or office is believed to attract good fortune. * Protection and Harmony: Elephant statues are associated with wisdom, family unity, and personal strength. In Feng Shui, a powerful symbol inviting auspicious energy, elephants protect against negative forces and bring blessings. * Trunk Position: The elephant's trunk is believed to hold luck and energy. A downward-facing trunk, like this piece, is thought to maintain balance at work and foster good energy levels at home.Home Decor: This piece would make a striking and meaningful addition to any space, adding both aesthetic appeal and positive energy. * Collection: Ebony wood carvings...

Category

1950s Folk Art Vintage African Sculptures

Materials

Ebony

Vanadinite (Parallel Hoppered Growth) Crystal Cluster from Morocco (65.3 grams)
Vanadinite (Parallel Hoppered Growth) Crystal Cluster from Morocco (65.3 grams)

Vanadinite (Parallel Hoppered Growth) Crystal Cluster from Morocco (65.3 grams)

Located in New York, NY

From Mibladen, Atlas Mountains, Khénifra Province, Morocco. Here is an exceptional world class specimen of a cluster of hexagonal crystals of bright red Vanadinites with glassy lus...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Other

Pair of 20th Century Mbole Currency Pieces on Custom Mounts
Pair of 20th Century Mbole Currency Pieces on Custom Mounts

Pair of 20th Century Mbole Currency Pieces on Custom Mounts

Located in Chicago, IL

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural of the Mbole people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo with this exquisite pair of 20th-century Mbole copper currency cuffs. Mounted on cus...

Category

20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Materials

Copper

Azurite and Malachite from Ahouli Mines, Midelt Province, Morocco
Azurite and Malachite from Ahouli Mines, Midelt Province, Morocco

Azurite and Malachite from Ahouli Mines, Midelt Province, Morocco

Located in New York, NY

From Ahouli Mines, Aouli, 7 km northeast of Mibladen, Zeida-Aouli-Mibladen belt, Midelt Province, Morocco Rich specimen of bright-blue lustrous azurite crystals on powdery green mal...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Ruler Selenite with Natural-Forming Baroque Pearls on a Lucite Base
Ruler Selenite with Natural-Forming Baroque Pearls on a Lucite Base

Ruler Selenite with Natural-Forming Baroque Pearls on a Lucite Base

By Interi

Located in Columbia, SC

Ruler Selenite with natural forming baroque pearls on a lucite base. Ruler selenite or "selenite logs" are single, prismatic selenite crystals from Morocco that were formed in extensive beds by the evaporation of ocean brine. This mineral is characterized by a silky, pearly luster called satin spare. It is then adorned with the baroque pearls which coordinate beautifully with the sleek selenite. Interi transforms Italian artifacts...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern African Sculptures

Materials

Rock Crystal

Cerussite Mineral From , Namibia, West Africa
Cerussite Mineral From , Namibia, West Africa

Cerussite Mineral From , Namibia, West Africa

Located in New York, NY

Cerussite from Tsumeb Mine, Otavi-Bergland District, Oshikoto, Namibia Complex cluster of highly reflective lustrous transparent cerussite crystals in a 60 degree twinning reticulat...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Bamileke Throne Stool with Leopard
Bamileke Throne Stool with Leopard

Bamileke Throne Stool with Leopard

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

Bamileke throne made with wood, coated with jute, embroidered with polychrome glass beads, cowrie snails, embroidery with glass beads that are missing in some areas. In the Grassfiel...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal African Sculptures

Wulfenite from Touissit Mine, Jerada Province, Oriental, Morocco
Wulfenite from Touissit Mine, Jerada Province, Oriental, Morocco

Wulfenite from Touissit Mine, Jerada Province, Oriental, Morocco

Located in New York, NY

From Touissit Mine, 21 km SSE of Oujda, Jerada Province, Oriental, Morocco Large cluster of translucent yellow bladed wulfenite crystals over tan-colored matrix. The wulfenite cryst...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary African Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other

Tourmaline, Nigeria
Tourmaline, Nigeria

Tourmaline, Nigeria

Located in New York, NY

Tourmaline, Ofiki, Oyo State, Nigeria 6.3 cm tall x 1.9 cm diameter Ofiki is well known for producing deep colored tourmalines. Most of the tourmalines they find are dull, rounded, ...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Antique African Sculptures

Materials

Other

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