Tribal Decorative Objects

Masouleh Tower 3 Sculpture. Also it can be used as small bookcase. Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for his works are ...

A pair of Kiakavo wooden clubs from the Fiji Islands on custom stands. These vintage tribal wood clubs, carved by stone, are a beautiful example of the dis...

20th Century Presentation Tray, Agakoko, Tutsi People, Burundi or Rwanda A wonderfully graphic miniature presentation tray for gifts, this one rectangular with rounded edges. Ex. pr...

This is a Tibetan Monkey mask. It's made of wood and has silver metal accents. The metal is etched and It has beaded skulls on its borders.

Mid to late 20th century incised bamboo comb, Huon Gulf, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea This large incised comb is typical of the bamboo combs of the Huon Gulf area. This parti...

Tutsi ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Provenance: Colonial period collection, Belgium...

African D.R Congo reliquary basket with four painted figures with two having red paint pigments and the other having white paint pigments with a spiral horn ascending from the top G...

African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century male nail fetish guardian figure (\"Yombe Nkisi Nkonde\") carved from a single piece of wood, encased and hidden beneath a netwo...

Late 19th Century Ceremonial Wood and Coconut Ladle, Bali Indonesia This is a rare coconut shell holy water dipper from the Bali Aga people of the Kintamani region of Bali, Indonesi...

A functional mirror for a dressing room, or wooden masks and sculpture for your living or your entrance. The drop-shaped mask Bikita is made of solid beech wood stained Canaletto walnut, with a brass element on the mirror. The base is an iron stand black lacquered, but upon request it is possible to have a metal wall hook. The project Wise Mirrors recalls the 3 Wise Men...

Indian style bronze statue of a Hindu goddess with gilt accents having intricately patterned attire and headdress Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use

A group of fourteen Indian painted terracotta and cotton dressed figures Krishnanagar, West Bengal, 20th century Mounted on square bases, depicting mainly processional figur...

The smooth, dark patina of this small, carefully shaped, male, wooden initiation statue from the early 20th century, by the Lega people of the Democratic Republic of Congo, reflects ...

Standing Akan Ghana female figure, early 20th century, Africa. Intense expression with large eyes. Female figure with one hand on her breast, representing p...

An incredible early 20th century Makenge hand-built ceramic palm wine pot with a graceful shape including a narrow neck and a wide belly. The pot is covered ...

Wonderful hand carved African wall sculpture of a whimsical imaginary animal, naively painted with white details. Wired to hang.

Name: Runner Sculpture by Hiroyuki Nishimura. You can probably use it as like basket, Magazine holder or plant pot cover. Material: Konara oak This work is carved from log with so...

Modern black & white sculpture of a reclining tribal tattooed African Queen Purchased in France, in the 1960s Unsigned A heavy, impressive, substantial three dimensional work. The sculpted plaster nude female figure, finely modeled with and enameled black body, displaying an extensive 'body suit' of hand-painted Adinkra tribal style tattoos. In general this figures displays Western African tribal symbols, usually associated with Adinkra/Ashanti people of Ghana. For thousands of years, tattoos were seen as a way of curing disease, protecting against spirits, showing affiliation towards groups/tribes, and reflecting personality traits such as bravery, courage, and social status. This sculpture of the reclining nude resting on her clasped arms, The right leg is bent and outstretched to the front with the left leg crossed over the right leg. At the time of posting we have a similar work 'Modern Black & White Sculpture of a Knelling Tribal Tattooed African Queen' Item Reference LU2592329805712 Analysis of selected tribal tattoos on this work: Symbol: Boomerang Tattoo The boomerang tattoo symbolizes the fact that our actions have a way of coming back at us, in short Karma. Symbol: Bracelet Tattoo The bracelet tattoo often symbolizes love and mostly serve as the love knot between different people Symbol: Bullseye Tattoo The bullseye tattoo is the symbol of perfection. Symbol Circle Tattoo The circle tattoo is a powerful ancient image, it is a symbol of completion, the cycle of life, and for some, the idea of perfection. Symbol : Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo The Crescent Moon and Star Tattoo generally represents growth, fertility, and motherhood. It can be a celebration of women, or indicates the woman is going through a transitional period . There is also a romantic association, with the two symbols representing love. Symbol Cross Tattoo The cross tattoo is an ancient symbol which represents eternal life. Other meanings, a symbol of hope in war, or as connection between the physical and the spiritual life. Symbol: Fan Tattoo The fan tattoo is known to represent good luck and generosity Symbol: Flower Tattoo The flower tattoo has multiple meanings. In ancient cultures, flowers were a direct symbol of god's contentment. A modern meaning, represent the love between two people. Symbol: Lightning Bolt Tattoo lightning bolt tattoos often mean power, swiftness and decisiveness. it sometimes has a meaning of a split-second moment. Symbol: Star Tattoo ?Star tattoos often symbolize hope, love and guidance. Symbol: Sun Tattoo Sun Tattoos often represent its ability to heal other meanings is the sun symbolizes the process of going from dark times to seeing the light at the end of that darkness. The sun is the ultimate symbol of light and truth. Symbol : Triangle Tattoo Triangle tattoos symbolize connection, harmony, creativity, wisdom, and growth. Symbol : Wooden Comb...

African Democratic Republic of the Congo 20th Century carved wood 2-headed nail fetish guardian figure (\"Yombe Nkisi Nkonde\"), a roped bundle on his back entwined around embedded m...

Tall Backpack Basket Laos Mid 20th century (or earlier) Bamboo and rattan, twill weave 16.5″ high x 13″ diameter at top (42 x 33 cm) From southern Laos, mostly rattan with some bamb...

Early 20th century Chiwara Headdress, Bamana (Bambara) People, Mali Chiwara headcrests represent the antelope spirit who taught the Bamana people ...

beautiful heavy African Shona Carved Stone Sculpture by L. Chatsama. Chatsama began by creating small formats in soft, inexpensive soapstone, but his talent soon led to more demandi...

Early Ghost Like Kumu Mask With Kaolin Open Eyes Mouth Teeth, Congo, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its age, use,...

This remarkable set of two monoxyl wooden vessels originates from Nagaland, in northeastern India. Each piece was individually hand-carved from a single block of solid wood, resultin...

This expressive monoxyl bowl from Nagaland, northeastern India, was hand-carved from a single piece of solid wood. Its deep circular basin is framed by two sculptural handles decorat...

A rare example of a Churinga with the ritual painting not having been removed.

Lot of two Indian terracotta figures. Lucknow, India, 19th Century. Painted terracotta figures, depicting a female pottery seller and a male flow...

Early 20th century tribal sanggori brass or copper alloy head ornament, Toraja people, Sulawesi, Indonesia. These sinuous brass and copper alloy head pieces were worn by men at spec...

A Dan finely carved wood prestige spoon or ladle, from the Dan people of Ivory Coast, West Africa. Spoons like this were used by the most prominent woma...

Name: Irritable person Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: zelkova. This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood...

Pende or Kwese black wood small mask heavy eyelids, open mouth with carved teeth, curved scarification marks on cheeks. Heavy black patina on front and inside from years of traditio...

Antique male statue hand carved from a single wood log from West Borneo. Originally used to protect the home from evil spirits. The wood base was placed into the ground in front of t...

African Angola 20th carved wood Century Chokwe Ancestor Chibinda Ilunga figure (the hero Chibinda Ilunga, royal ancestor of the Chokwe) with headdress, seated while holding a cornuco...

Tribal Early 20th Century Ceremonial Pipe, Bamoun People, Cameroon A ceremonial tobacco pipe fashioned of hardened clay depicting three bearded men, the center figure with arms on c...

Grouping of Ceremonial coffee stands Ethiopia Early 20th century Wood Largest: 8" high x 6" diameter (20 x 15 cm) Smallest: 6.75" x 3.50" ( 17 x 9 cm) These little known Branc...

This striking artifact is an antique teak fence column from Java, Indonesia, once part of a traditional cow pen enclosure. Hand-hewn from dense, old-growth teak wood, the column now ...

This rare and visually captivating multi-spouted terracotta vessel is a striking example of ritual-inspired pottery, blending sculptural artistry with historical influence. Elevated ...

This hand crafted and tribal engraved bowl originates from Nias Island Indonesia. It features tribal motifs along the rim and a beautiful hand hewn texture along its basin. It is cra...

African Mali Late 20th Century bronze Dogon seated village elder male figure made with the lost wax process, wearing a conical hat, amulet, a smiling facial expression and stylized b...

Televisore Lunga 2 Sculpture. Also it can be used as magazine or newspaper rack. Material: white oak This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used fo...

Carved out of a single block of wood, this Gabon Fang male reliquary statue of stylized proportion impresses the viewers with a robust stance and meditative expression. Traditionally...

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.

Name: A day for going to the ocean Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Cypress This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. M...

Early 20th Century Wood and Shell Scoop, Solomon Islands A small scoop in the shape of a whale, with three rows of inlaid notched shell triangles and three circular shell eyes. Nice...

A betel nut box. Hill Tribe Betel Nut Box, from the Hill Tribes that live amongst Thailand and Loa borders in the mountain hills. Hand made of hard wood ...

A Western Mongo tribal shield (Democratic Republic of the Congo) Carved hardwood with white pigement decoration. Now mounted on a patinated bronze Stand. A similar example can be...

Mid-20th century Tribal Offering bowl lid in the form of a bird, Yoruba people This wonderful carved wood offering bowl lid is shaped like a bird, traditionally considered messenger...

This impressive century year old rose wood with incredible patina and character has been hand carved whilst respecting the natural organic shape. Set on a minimalist black steel base...

Name: A thread windings Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and zone carved furniture Material: Machilus This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of woo...

Betel Nut is consumed on a daily basis in a large portion of the Indonesian Archipelago. In Sumba, like many parts of Indonesia betel nut was offered as a sign of respect and hospita...

Old wooden hut door from Cameroon, decorated with carved crocodile, bird, snake and a knife within geometric ornament in the traditional ethnic style. Superb old door African sculpt...

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 iron handle, the flattened blade has an elegant, sloping silhouette, subtly textured with concentric grooves 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...

Gabonese 20th c. fetish figure hand carved and pigmented wood by the Ambete people of Gabon, with a cowrie shell necklace and raffia grass skirt

Worn and weathered Tsogho short bench carved from a single piece of wood, with faces and figures, from Gabon, Africa. Blocky bench with roughly carved out openings, flanked on one s...

Receiving guidance from tribal ancestors was a central aspect of the Luba people's spiritual practices. This ceramic spiritually significant vessel is topped with a crossed leg figure whose head has an opening critical for a divination ritual. Known as an mboko, this handled vessel would have been filled with items like antelope horns, shells, dried beetles, human teeth...

These are three finely crafted and hand painted Oaxacan folk art sculptures of rabbits.

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...

Title: A ceremonial spear with clan design paint Artist: John Martin Tipungwuti DOB: 18/01/1969 Medium: Ocher paint on wood carvin DOC: 2006 Provenance: COA from Jilamara Arts a...

African Cameroon Contemporary carved wood figure features a flattened head with elliptical eyes, short arms with long fingers extending over the belly, protruding navel, string neckl...

From the Akan or Ashanti peoples, Ghana, shrine figure, a standing female figure with black hair and details, remains of white pigment, with arms out holding a bottle, includes custo...