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Place of Origin: Rwandan
A pair of Tutsi Prestige baskets, Rwanda, mid 20th century
A pair of Tutsi Prestige baskets, Rwanda, mid 20th century

A pair of Tutsi Prestige baskets, Rwanda, mid 20th century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A Pair of Inkangara Prestige Baskets Rwanda or Burundi, Tutsi and Hutu peoples 20th century (1960s/1970s) Left H 13 ins (33 cm); D 7 ins (17.5 cm) Right H 13.5 ins (34...

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1960s Tribal Vintage Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber

Woman's Back Ornament, Rwanda, early 20th century
Woman's Back Ornament, Rwanda, early 20th century

Woman's Back Ornament, Rwanda, early 20th century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Woman’s Back Ornament, egbe Mangbetu people DR Congo Early 20th century Banana leaves and bark,, raffia embroidery 14” long (35.5 cm); 10.5” high (26.5 cm); 3” deep (7.5 cm) The ...

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1920s Tribal Vintage Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber

An antique Tutsi Basketry Woven Screen, Rwanda
An antique Tutsi Basketry Woven Screen, Rwanda

An antique Tutsi Basketry Woven Screen, Rwanda

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Insika (Screen or Wall Panel) Rwanda-Burundi, Tutsi people Circa 1900 or earlier Natural fibers and dyes H 23 ins (58.5 cm) W 16 ins (40.5 cm) Depth 3 1/2 ins (9 cm) This superb ...

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Early 1900s Tribal Antique Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber

Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda
Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda

Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Tutsi Ceremonial dance shield. Rwanda-Burundi Second quarter, 20th century. Wood, natural pigment Measures: 20” long x 7 1/4” wide x 4” deep (50.5 x 1...

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1940s Tribal Vintage Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Antique Tutsi Baskets, Rwanda
Antique Tutsi Baskets, Rwanda

Antique Tutsi Baskets, Rwanda

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A Group of Tutsi Prestige Basketry Rwanda First half, 20th century Grass and other plant fibers, natural dye, coiling technique Measures: Height, left to right: 7 1/4”; 8”; 9 1/...

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Early 20th Century Tribal Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber

Tutsi Baskets
Tutsi Baskets

Tutsi Baskets

$847Sale Price / item|20% Off

Tutsi Baskets

By Tutsi People

Located in Glasgow, GB

This is a beautiful pair of Ceremonial Baskets from the Tutsi people of Rwanda in East Africa. These baskets are handwoven and given as Wedding gifts with a trinket inside each bask...

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Mid-20th Century Tribal Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Reed

Rare Tutsi Prestige Bottle — Museum-Quality Weaving (Rwanda, 20th Century)
Rare Tutsi Prestige Bottle — Museum-Quality Weaving (Rwanda, 20th Century)

Rare Tutsi Prestige Bottle — Museum-Quality Weaving (Rwanda, 20th Century)

Located in Bilzen, BE

Rare Tutsi Prestige Bottle — Museum-Quality Weaving (Rwanda, 20th Century) Origin: Tutsi people, Rwanda Period: Early 20th century Material: Woven vegetal fibre (likely raffia or gra...

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Early 20th Century Tribal Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Natural Fiber, Glass

Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda
Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda

Antique Tribal Dance Shield, Tutsi, Rwanda

Located in Point Richmond, CA

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

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Early 20th Century Tribal Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Traditional African Sculpture of Mursi Woman with Lip Plate - Ethiopia
Traditional African Sculpture of Mursi Woman with Lip Plate - Ethiopia

Traditional African Sculpture of Mursi Woman with Lip Plate - Ethiopia

Located in Barueri, SP, BR

This stunning bronze golden-colored sculpture, crafted in Ethiopia, represents a Mursi woman, embodying Ethiopian craftsmanship's rich cultural heritage and artistic expression. The piece is striking and thought-provoking, featuring a meticulously sculpted bust with distinctive cultural elements. The sculpture pays homage to the Mursi women of Ethiopia, encapsulating their strength, resilience, and beauty. The sculpture presents a fascinating fusion of realism and abstraction, with finely detailed facial features and textured elements. The golden finish adds a regal quality, making it an eye-catching centerpiece in any collection. It showcases traditional craftsmanship with a modern interpretation, making it a rare and valuable piece of African art. Background and History Like many indigenous groups across Africa, Mursi women have played vital roles in shaping their societies. Ethiopian art...

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20th Century Rwandan Folk Art

Materials

Bronze

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Tutsi Tribal Woven Flat Mat, Rwanda, Red and Black on Tan, Africa Geometric

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