African Adja Protective Spirit Figures Aklama Twins
Located in Point Richmond, CA
African Adja protective spirit figures Aklama twins. Togo, Africa. Wood, pigment. 20th Century Left: 8 x 1.75 x 0.5 / 20 x 4.5 x 1 cm. Right: 7.75 x 1.75 x 0.5 in. / 19.5 x 4....
Wood
Pair of Tamberma Shields on Stands
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of wonderfully sculptural early 20th century handwoven wicker shields from the Tamberma people of Togo, mounted on custom steel stands.
Wicker
Pair of Large Carved Moba Tchitchiri Sculptural Figures, Togo, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
Striking in form, of light highly textured wood, two highly stylized anthropomorphic figures carved by the Moba people in Togo, West Africa. These forms most probably we owned by a f...
Wood
$3,200 / set
Set of Five Iron Phallus Fertility Figures
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of five early 20th century iron phallus figures from Togo. Fertility figures like these were planted in the ground of a farmer's fiel...
Iron
Carved Aftican Wood Sculpture from Togo
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, carved wood sculpture representing the human figure from Togo, Africa. A large, dramatic piece for a tribal art collection and creating a rare, unique and special presence.
Wood
Ashanti Mother and Child Maternity Figure Carved by Osei Bonsu, Ghana
By Osei Bonsu
Located in Austin, TX
A fine Ashanti maternity figure by the master carver Osei Bonsu. The mother figure is seated on a simple backless chair. An infant lays calmly in her la...
Wood
African Incised Copper Currency Anklet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
Copper
$2,600
H 26 in W 9 in D 10.25 in
Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique African tribal carved Hemba helmet mask, the Suku peoples, possibly Kwese culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, early 20th century, surmounted by four-legged animal, over round face, with mouth ajar and incised jagged teeth exposed, protruding almond shaped eyes, scattered remnants of pigment, full raffia fiber fringe, mounted on wood stand. A superb museum quality example, this remarkable tribal folk art sculpture is a wonderful way to add rustic warmth, rich historical depth, and fascinating cultural interest to any space! Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 26" High, 9" Wide, 10.25" Deep; Mask only: 15" Tall; 7 lbs total Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. Excellent Condition: Nicely aged distressed patina over the whole. Highly desirable wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered losses, antique character marks and typical signs of aging throughout. Retaining scattered remnants of original pigment. Overall a superb museum quality example Primitive Arts Of Africa: Among the Suku of the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, masks plays crucial role in protecting boys during initiation, the vulnerable period between boyhood and manhood. The power contained in Hemba masks...
Raffia, Wood
Handcrafted Tribal Shell Necklace on Stand from Papua New Guinea
Located in New York, NY
A male necklace from the Asmat Village, Papua New Guinea. Four rows of large polished white cowrie shells in two sizes, seamlessly sewn onto a cotton macramé base, which has been ha...
Shell, Cotton, Bamboo
Asmat Tribal Cone Shell Necklace Sculpture on Stand, Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
A male necklace from the Asmat Village, Papua New Guinea. Large cone shells in concentric rows, seamlessly sewn onto a cotton macrame base, which has been hand-knotted around a sem...
Shell, Cotton, Bamboo
$1,635
H 15.75 in W 12.21 in D 6.7 in
Large Sculptural Indonesian Carved Wood Mask, Polychrome Guardian Figure
Located in Antwerp, BE
A striking and highly sculptural carved wooden guardian mask, originating from Indonesia, possibly Bali, dating to the mid-20th century. The mask is powerfully rendered with exagger...
Wood, Paint
$2,950 / set
H 4.13 in W 2 in D 1 in
Collection of Six Dan and Bassa Passport Miniature Masks Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Collection of Six Dan and Bassa Passport Miniature Masks Ivory Coast Africa Dan and Bassa passport masks were small masks for individuals carried as charms for protection and healin...
Wood
$3,750
H 40.5 in W 9 in D 16 in
Dance Head Ornament Representing an Antelope Head, Burkina Faso, Africa
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
A beautiful stylized antelope head used as headdress on ceremonial dances. Retains the old painting and patina over the carved wood. Traded by a professor working in Africa in the 19...
Wood
African Carved Wood "Tree of Life" Sculpture
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful, impressively sized and elaborately carved "Tree of Life" sculpture from Tanzania, Africa. These carvings are created from a single piece of wood and feature "Ujamma" or ...
Wood
$1,950 / set
H 15 in W 1.75 in D 1.75 in
Distressed Dayak Paddy Marker Guardian Figures, Borneo, 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pair Male and Female Dayak Paddy Marker Guardian Figures, Borneo, Indonesia. Carved wood set of male and female Dayak paddy marker guardian figures with expressive faces and large c...
Wood
Bis Pole Sculpture by Asmat People
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ritual artifact from the tribe of the Asmat poeple, an ethnic group of New Guinea living in the Papua province of Indonesia and South-western regions of Papua New Guinea, bis or bisj pole is carved out of a wild Mangrove tree and can reach a stunning height Their carvings depict stacked human and animal figures standing and on top always phallic symbols, in the shape of a canoe prow. Bis poles...
Wood
Early 20th Century Leather Shield, Taposa/Turkana, South Sudan
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Leather Shield, South Sudan A small leather shield typical of the region known as an upwal, concave hide is attached to a reed spine with plaiting to form a strong grip. Mounted on ...
Wood, Leather
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H 17 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Two Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phalluses, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Two late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phalluses, Fon people, West Africa Two large carved hardwood phalluses from the Fon Tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are call...
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century African Male Enlightenment Mask
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th century African male enlightenment mask An unusual mid-20th century hand carved African mask, Togo in origin and believed to be a display obje...
Wood
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phallus, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phallus, Fon people, West Africa A large carved hardwood phallus from the Fon Tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are called Legba...
Hardwood
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H 17 in W 8.5 in D 4 in
Two Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phalluses, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Two late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phalluses, Fon people, West Africa Two large carved hardwood phalluses from the Fon Tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are ca...
Hardwood
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H 19 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phallus, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phallus, Fon people, West Africa A large carved hardwood phallus from the Fon Tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are called Legba...
Hardwood
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H 17.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.25 in
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phallus, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phallus, Fon people, West Africa A large carved hardwood phallus from the Fon tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are called Legba, ...
Hardwood
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Wood Legba Phallus, Fon People, West Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century wood Legba phallus, Fon people, West Africa A very large carved hardwood phallus from the Fon Tribe on the border of Togo and Ghana. These are called ...
Hardwood
Abstract Wood Modern Sculpture
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
African wood modern sculpture, 1950.
Metal
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