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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Vessel 07 in Smooth Stoneware Clay. Handmade by Jade Paton for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay, Ceramic

Rare Clementina Van Der Walt Elephant Vase, South Africa Art Studio Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare Postmodern vase is decorated with colorful abstract geometric designs; black and white elephant figure is featured prominently on the fr...
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

African Decorated Terra Cotta Vase with Three Dimensional Sculptural Animals
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Remarkable handcrafted earthenware vase with a three dimensional zebra and giraffe and hand decorated flowers and trees. Signed on the bottom made in Zimbabwe by Collen M for Penzo 2...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Bambara Jidaga Water Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
Formed by pounding flattened clay around a convex mold, this oblong footed vessel is a water storage jar known as a jidaga, created by women of the Bambara people of Mali. The body o...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Oval Rose Quartz Bowl 7.25"
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful large rose quartz bowl weighing 3.5 lbs. Of ovoid form with smooth edge and inside out, stone of the highest quality grade AAA rose quartz. All natural gemstone, hand cra...
Category

Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Rose Quartz

Ceramic Leopard Urn Pair , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Leopard Urns The Pair of Leopard Urns is an extraordinary ceramic decorative art piece that captures the fierce beauty and elegance of South Africa's wildlife. Crafted by Lov...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

African Vase 1990s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Brass vase from Africa 1990s Great condition.
Category

1990s Egyptian Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Copper

Modern Cast Brass, Chiseled Timber and Resin Dawa Ice Bucket
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This modern ice bucket is part of the egg designs Dawa luxury bar collection and is a great addition to any home cocktail bar, or simply as a place t...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

West African Drum, Decorative Sculpture
Located in Clermont, FL
A vintage sculpture drum with connected to the Yoruba culture of Nigeria. Measure: 10 inch tall.
Category

20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Animal Skin, Wood

Ceramic Giraffe Jug , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Jug Hand Painted by Jabu Nene and Sculpted by Motsamai Sello from Love Art Ceramic This exquisite Giraffe Jug is a stunning piece of decorative art crafted in South Africa b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Palm Wine Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
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 ...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Natural Fiber

Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , Hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
This exquisite "Hoopoe and Flower" vase, crafted by Ardmore Ceramics in South Africa, stands as a testament to the studio's renowned artistry. Measuring 16 inches in height, 17 inche...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Tutsi Beaded Prestige Bottles
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Prestige display bottles Tutsi People Rwanda and Burundi First half of 20th century European glass bottles, glass beads, cotton net stringing Height: tallest is 11.25 inches.  
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Cotton, Glass, Beads

Large Antique Figurative African Mangbetu Peoples Anthropomorphic Vessel
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 20th century Mangbetu chief's pot, from DR Congo, a distinctive and beautiful anthropomorphic sculpture. This style of terracotta pot m...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Mid-20th Century Globular Vessel, Mangbetu People, D. R. Congo An unusually large and striking non-figurative vessel from the Mangbetu people, comprised of six lobes joined to a c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Large Oval Rose Quartz Bowl 7"
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful large rose quartz bowl weighing 4.15 lbs. Of ovoid form with smooth edge and inside out, stone of the highest quality grade AAA rose quartz. All natural gemstone, hand cr...
Category

Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Rose Quartz

Vessel 01 in Natural Smooth Clay. Handmade by Jade Paton for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
For the La Terra collection, Lemon collaborated with renowned artist Jade Paton. Jade creates contemporary sculptures out of clay. Her main source of inspir...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Sunset Sculpture Vase by Maria Lenskjold
By Maria Lenskjold
Located in Geneve, CH
Sunset Sculpture Vase by Maria Lenskjold Dimensions: H 30 cm Materials: Stoneware Maria Lenskjold’s practice is based on a consi...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Stoneware

Ceramic Big Five Urn Pair , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and hand-painted by Wiseman at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Big 5 urns pair stands 27 inches high, with dimensions of 14 inches in b...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ardmore Ceramic Lizard Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting the exquisite Lizard Vase, a true masterpiece handcrafted by Ardmore Ceramic, a renowned pottery studio based in South Africa. This one-of-a-kind creation is a testament ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Very Large Mixed Wood Brass & Bone Handmade Vase
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking large African hand made decorative vase having intricate layers of wood, bone and delicate inlaid brass.
Category

1990s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Brass

Colorful Ceramic Leopards Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the stunning Leopard Tureen by Wiseman Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African craftsmanship, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th century, Carved Wooden Beer Vessel, Lozi, Zambia
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Lozi Wooden Beer Vessel Lozi people, Zambia Early 20th century Carved wood, pigment H: 16.5 in x W: 11 in x D: 12 in :: 42 cm x 28 cm x 30.5 cm An eleg...
Category

Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Wood

A Hand-Carved Wabi Sabi Wooden Mortar, Africa, c. Early 20th Century
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Beautiful Hand-Carved Wabi Sabi Mortar that works perfectly for a planter. By unknown designer in Africa, c. early 20th Century. Wear consistent with age and use showing wonderful ...
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Wood

African Mangbetu Terracotta Ceremonial Jug
By Mangbetu People
Located in Chicago, IL
The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. Two aspects of the tribe's traditional culture can be seen in this handled jug—the allusion to tall coiffured hair, and the...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

African Mangbetu Ceremonial Jug
By Mangbetu People
Located in Chicago, IL
The Mangbetu people focused on highly realistic art forms. From the spout formed to look like hair, through the face, and down to the gourd shaped base, this jug seamlessly transitio...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Wood

16th Century Ceremonial Urn from Burkina Faso, Africa
Located in NICE, FR
Beautiful funerary terracotta urn called from the Bura region (Niger) in West Africa. This cylindrical anthropomorphic sculpture is adorned with geometric designs. It depicts a human...
Category

16th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Nigerian Nupe Gourd-Form Water Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Inspired by the natural world, Nupe ceramicists fired this water vessel in the shape of a gourd. The vessel's varied surface textures and colors come from its functional design. The ...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Love Art Ceramic Cheetah Urn Pair, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by the skilled hands of Nozipho and Sabelo at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, this exquisite pair of ceramic Cheetah urns stands as a testament to African artistry. Standin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Djerma Painted Water Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Djerma people of Niger are well-known for their gracefully shaped and delicately painted water containers. The surface paintings are applied after firing with all natural pigment...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Terracotta

Ceramic Cheetah Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by George & Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Wiseman Ndlovu at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Cheetah tureen stands 15 inches high, with dimensions of 1...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Flamingo Urn , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Flamingo Urn Hand-Painted by Zinhle and Sculpted by Sbusiso Discover the captivating beauty of the Flamingo Urn, a striking ceramic masterpiece crafted by the talented artists Zinhl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century African Milk Vessel Uganda Hima Ekyanzi
Located in Vancouver, BC
An incredibly unique wooden vessel carved from a single piece of wood in Uganda. The shape, design and decorative nature of this piece separates from anything else you will find. Th...
Category

Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Aluminum

Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Hoopoe Vase, a stunning creation by Sbusiso Ndaba and hand-painted by Zinhle Nene at Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, intertwines nature and artistry. Standing at 14 inc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Love Art Ceramic Monkey Urn Pair, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The Monkey urn pair, meticulously crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa, epitomizes the fusion of artistry and cultural symbolism. Hand-sculpted by the skilled hands of Zimhle,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

African Luba Mboko Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tigger Cookie Jar , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and meticulously hand-painted by Nqobile at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Tiger cookie jar measures 11 inches high, with dimensions o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Giraffe teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Giraffe Teapot: Hand-Painted by Winnie and Sculpted by Sfiso The Giraffe Teapot is a delightful fusion of functionality and artistry, crafted by Love Art Ceramic in South Africa in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Hoopoe Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Hoopoe Vase: Hand-Painted by Zinhle Nene and Sculpted by Sfiso Mvelase The Hoopoe Vase is a stunning testament to South African craftsmanship, beautifully merging artistry and cultu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Nupe Incised Water Vessel
By Nupe
Located in Chicago, IL
The Nupe people of Nigeria were touted as some of the finest ceramicists in Africa. Everyday objects, like this water vessel, received detailed attention. The vessel's varied texture...
Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Elephant Candlesticks , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the charming "Elephant Candlesticks," a stunning set of ceramic decorative art crafted by the talented artists from Love Art Ceramic ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Genet Cat Vase Pair , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ceramics presents a stunning pair of ceramic Genet cat vases, handcrafted by artisans Virginia and Thabo under the design of Wiseman Ndlovu in South Africa. Standing 17 inches tall with dimensions of 11 inches in length and 8 inches in width, each vase is meticulously hand-painted with intricate details. The vases feature genet cats amidst a backdrop of plants and flowers, celebrating the diverse fauna and flora of Africa. Adorned with double handles and a glazed finish, these vases not only serve as functional art pieces but also symbolize the harmonious relationship between wildlife and nature in African culture. They make a striking and culturally rich addition to any home decor, reflecting the beauty and craftsmanship of South African pottery.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Cockatoo Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Cockatoo Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts, sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and hand-painted by Senzo Duma in South Africa, stands 12 inches high, 8 inches long, and 6 inches wide. The co...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Monkey Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by George & Thabo and hand-painted by Nqobile at Wiseman Ceramics in South Africa, this ceramic Monkey tureen stands 16 inches high, with dimensions of 15 inches in length an...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leopard Urn, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the magnificent Ceramic Leopard Urn, a masterpiece born from the skilled hands of Senzo Duma Ceramics in the heart of South Africa. Crafted with meticulous attention to ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leopards Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ceramics proudly presents a ceramic Leopard Vase, meticulously crafted by artisans Wiseman Ndlovu and George Mnyathela in South Africa. Standing 16 inches tall with dimension...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Chameleon Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
The Chameleon Vase by Love Art Ceramic is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of South African Hand-sculpted by Sabelo Ntshalintshali and meticulously hand-painted by Winnie Ne...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Butterfly Vase , hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
The ceramic Butterfly vase from Wiseman Ceramics is a stunning tribute to nature's beauty and South African craftsmanship. Hand-sculpted by George Mnyathela and hand-painted by Wisem...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Cylinder Cheetah Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
The Cheetah tureen from Wiseman Ceramics is a striking example of African craftsmanship. Hand-sculpted by George & Thabo and hand-painted by Painted-R...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Five Decorative Wooden Vessels
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing the Ebony Turned Wooden Canisters with Curved Lines. These stunning wooden decorative objects exude elegance and sophistication. ...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Wood

Large Organic Lidded African Gourd Vessel Urn
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive in scale, large hand made organic hollowed out dried gourd vessel with lid and wood. Visible stitching and fabulous mottled reddish brown patina. Opening is 9.75”
Category

1950s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Wood

Colorful Ceramic Leopards and Protea Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning testament to African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Six Malachite Vases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Impressive set 6 of Malachite vases.
Category

1960s Vintage Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Malachite

Wood- Ash Fired Clay Vase
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Discover the exquisite beauty of our Wood-Ash Fired Clay Vase, a unique piece made from locally sourced clay. This handcrafted vase embodies the perfect blend of traditional craftsma...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Sculpted Leopard Vase
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing the Sculpted Leopard Vase, an extraordinary piece that captures the wild elegance of the African leopard. This beautifully crafted vase features a stunning leopard sculpt...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Tall Sculpted Zebra Lidded Vase: African Fauna and Flora Collection
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Discover the captivating beauty of the African wilderness with this Sculpted Zebra Lidded Vase from the African Fauna and Flora Collection. This extraordinary piece features a master...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Ceramic

Rustic Wood-Ash Fired Vase Made from Local Clay
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Add a touch of rustic sophistication to your decor with our Rustic Wood-Ash Fired Vase, crafted from locally sourced clay. This beautiful vase is created using a traditional wood-ash firing process, where layers of ash are applied to the clay before firing it in a kiln. The result is a unique texture and rich, earthy tones that give each piece its own character and charm. Perfect for both modern and rustic interiors, this vase’s organic design and natural beauty make it a versatile addition to any room. Use it to display fresh flowers, dried branches...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

Artisan Wood-Ash Fired Local Clay Vase
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Enhance your living space with the natural elegance of our Handcrafted Local Clay Vase with Wood-Ash Firing. This exquisite vase is made from locally sourced clay and features stunni...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Vases and Vessels

Materials

Clay

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