African Ceremonial Iron and Wood Spears

Antique Afghan Turkmen Torba Tent Bag A wonderful, antique Afghan Turkmen Torba Tent Bag wall hanging or decorative wall covering, circa 1930s-1940s. This torba from Afghanistan Tur...

Giovanni de Simone "Fruit Peddler" Bowl and Plate Set This mid-century modern bowl and plate set was created by famed Italian artist Giovanni de Simone circa 1965. Both pieces are h...

Primitive Americana Hand-Woven Folk Art Rug This one-of-a-kind piece is an American Folk Art rug designed and hand-crafted by an unknown artisan. As is the case with similar pieces,...

Asian Rosewood Double-Sided Dry Bar This stunning rosewood dry bar on casters features amazing craftsmanship. The rosewood is beautifully grained and polished to a sheen. The front ...

Fon carved heavy hard wood ceremonial seat with multiple figures, from Benin, Africa. Dark stained wood with worn areas from use, "U" shaped seat supported by four caryatid figures, ...

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 handle of iron and wood, the flattened blade has an elegant, sloping silhouette, subtly textured with raised lines 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...

This is a pair of vintage African spear currencies from the Mbole peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo which are nicely presented upon custom m...

Rare artwork by the tribe of Zulu in Africa, the native weapon to attack the enemy and animal, and protect oneself. It's a typical form to have a Cowhide Shield with Spear and Mallet...