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Place of Origin: Congolese
Velvet Green Malachite Decorative Object Table top
Velvet Green Malachite Decorative Object Table top

Velvet Green Malachite Decorative Object Table top

Located in London, GB

An exceptional Malachite specimen from the renowned Mashamba West Mine, displaying an intensely deep green colour and a beautifully aesthetic sculptural form. The rich velvety surfac...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Antique Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla – Democratic Republic of the Congo
Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla – Democratic Republic of the Congo

Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla – Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

This polished malachite with chrysocolla from the Democratic Republic of the Congo showcases a striking fusion of deep emerald banding and vivid turquoise tones. The two copper‑based...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Green Malachite sculpture Decorative object Crystal Rock Modern
Green Malachite sculpture Decorative object Crystal Rock Modern

Green Malachite sculpture Decorative object Crystal Rock Modern

Located in London, GB

An exceptional malachite from Democratic Republic of the Congo, this piece captivates with its intense deep green color and extraordinary velvet texture. Its rich surface is alive wi...

Category

15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Antique Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Malachite, Rock Crystal

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage
Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Hand‑Carved Genuine Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage

Located in New York, NY

Bring natural style to your home or office with this Hand‑Carved Malachite Box – Natural Stone Keepsake Storage. The genuine Malachite showcases the vivid banding and rich emerald to...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

African Tribal Art Large Madonna figure Congo Vintage Folk Art
African Tribal Art Large Madonna figure Congo Vintage Folk Art

African Tribal Art Large Madonna figure Congo Vintage Folk Art

Located in London, GB

African Tribal folk Art figure A very finely executed large sculpture of a African Christian Madonna, the standing figure wearing a long robe with he...

Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Huge Malachite Box 7" Gemstone Jewelry Box Hinged 4.5 lb
Huge Malachite Box 7" Gemstone Jewelry Box Hinged 4.5 lb

Huge Malachite Box 7" Gemstone Jewelry Box Hinged 4.5 lb

Located in Somis, CA

This magnificent, large 4.15 lb malachite box is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and the inherent beauty of fine-grade gemstone malachite. The carefully selected stone displ...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover
African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

Located in Istanbul, TR

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recomended.

Category

Late 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture from Congo - Natural Stone
Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture from Congo - Natural Stone

Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture from Congo - Natural Stone

Located in New York, NY

Crafted from solid natural Malachite, this substantial hand-polished crystal egg showcases the stone’s vivid, swirling green banding with striking bullseye patterns and a deep, natur...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Songye Female Large Wood Kifwebe Mask with White, Black, Provenance, DRC Africa
Songye Female Large Wood Kifwebe Mask with White, Black, Provenance, DRC Africa

Songye Female Large Wood Kifwebe Mask with White, Black, Provenance, DRC Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Carved wood large female Songye Kifwebe mask with classic white lines, blackened ridge down crest of forehead, nose and mouth. Worn holes around back edge of mask from attachment of...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo
Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt The Bushong people are one of the largest and most dominant ethnic groups within the Kuba Kingdom in the DR Congo, and h...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

African Songye Luba Congo Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Wood Carved Ceremonial Dance Mask
African Songye Luba Congo Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Wood Carved Ceremonial Dance Mask

African Songye Luba Congo Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Wood Carved Ceremonial Dance Mask

Located in Studio City, CA

A wonderful hand carved wood Kifwebe mask created by the Songye and Luba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Kifwebe mask are used by the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe secret socie...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Genuine Malachite Stalactites from the DRC – Vibrant Green Mineral Specimen
Genuine Malachite Stalactites from the DRC – Vibrant Green Mineral Specimen

Genuine Malachite Stalactites from the DRC – Vibrant Green Mineral Specimen

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional malachite specimen from the Democratic Republic of the Congo displays a dramatic stalactitic growth habit. Its elongated vertical formations rise gracefully up to 10...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo
Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt The Bushong people are one of the largest and most dominant ethnic groups within the Kuba Kingdom in the DR Congo, and h...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Genuine Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice (5.2 lbs)
Genuine Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice (5.2 lbs)

Genuine Polished Malachite with Chrysocolla Stalactite Slice (5.2 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This is a gorgeous, colorful doubly polished Malachite and Chrysocolla slice from the Congo. Boasting intricate and artistic textures consisting of well-defined, thick, concentric an...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo
Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo

Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo A graphically compelling example of a Kuba raffia fiber prestige cloth with cut pile and stitched embroidery. In very good...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Large Mid Century Polished Solid Malachite Egg, Congo, C.1960
Large Mid Century Polished Solid Malachite Egg, Congo, C.1960

Large Mid Century Polished Solid Malachite Egg, Congo, C.1960

Located in London, GB

A substantial polished malachite egg of exceptional decorative quality, hand-worked from a single nodule of Congolese malachite and brought to a high mirror finish. The patterning ac...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Genuine Polished Malachite Egg (1.9 lbs)
Genuine Polished Malachite Egg (1.9 lbs)

Genuine Polished Malachite Egg (1.9 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

Crafted from top-quality malachite sourced from Zaire, this hand-polished egg boasts a distinct banded pattern and solid composition without any fill. Displayed on an acrylic stand, ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art
A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

Located in Skien, NO

Ngaady aMwaash Mask. African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector...

Category

19th Century Folk Art Antique Congolese Furniture

Materials

Softwood

Polished Malachite Chrysocolla Organic Free-Form Natural Specimen
Polished Malachite Chrysocolla Organic Free-Form Natural Specimen

Polished Malachite Chrysocolla Organic Free-Form Natural Specimen

Located in Forney, TX

A visually striking authentic Congolese mined polished solid Malachite & Chrysocolla natural specimen (midcentury modern Brutalist decoration, sculpture, or paperweight) The undulating surface of this unique freeform example presents with a layer of bright blue Chrysocolla interrupted by the Malachite's desirable rich deep green shades of banding. This beautiful specimen even shows an intricate botryoidal growth of the Malachite below the Chrysocolla. This is one highly decorative and intriguing offering, perfect for any fossil or geode collector, artifact collection, nature enthusiast, or simply displayed as a stunning objet d'art for anyone looking to elevate their home decor. Easily adding bold vivid color and dramatic variations, unique texture, organic shape and distinctive sculptural form design elements; this fairly large and impressive curiosity is sure to bring a touch of timeless elegant sophistication, rustic warmth, tranquil serenity...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Malachite hexagonal box, ca 1930
Malachite hexagonal box, ca 1930

Malachite hexagonal box, ca 1930

Located in Bilzen, BE

A complete malachite box from around 1930 in a hexagonal shape, with a loose lid This is the kind of malachite what's coming from Congo the box meassures 8.2 x 8.2 cm and has a tota...

Category

1920s Art Deco Vintage Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Old and Well Used Polish Luba Wood Medicine Mortar with Classic Face, DRC Africa
Old and Well Used Polish Luba Wood Medicine Mortar with Classic Face, DRC Africa

Old and Well Used Polish Luba Wood Medicine Mortar with Classic Face, DRC Africa

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Old and well used Luba wood medicine mortar with classic carved Luba face, DRC Africa. The mortar is heavily worn with deep polished surface outside from many years of use, and the i...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Dioptase Crystal Cluster Sculpture, Rock Crystal, DRC Origin, New
Dioptase Crystal Cluster Sculpture, Rock Crystal, DRC Origin, New

Dioptase Crystal Cluster Sculpture, Rock Crystal, DRC Origin, New

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional Dioptase crystal cluster from the DRC embodies everything that makes this mineral so sought after among serious collectors. With its deep, emerald-green color and ge...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal

Malachite and Chrysocolla Sculpture, Natural Specimen from Congo
Malachite and Chrysocolla Sculpture, Natural Specimen from Congo

Malachite and Chrysocolla Sculpture, Natural Specimen from Congo

Located in New York, NY

This impressive malachite and chrysocolla specimen from the Democratic Republic of Congo displays a breathtaking fusion of vibrant green malachite with striking turquoise-blue chryso...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Rock Crystal

African Mangbetu Terracotta Ceremonial Jug
African Mangbetu Terracotta Ceremonial Jug

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 Congolese Furniture

Materials

Terracotta

19th Century Hand-Carved African Tribal Iron Statue from Congo
19th Century Hand-Carved African Tribal Iron Statue from Congo

19th Century Hand-Carved African Tribal Iron Statue from Congo

Located in Miami, FL

Interesting African tribal sculpted statue made of iron or lead. It almost appears that the materials used were taken from a sunken ship. Look closely at...

Category

19th Century Antique Congolese Furniture

Materials

Iron

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Case
African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Case

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Case

Located in Istanbul, TR

It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recommended.

Category

20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

African Malachite egg on Malachite base, 1970s
African Malachite egg on Malachite base, 1970s

African Malachite egg on Malachite base, 1970s

Located in Delft, NL

African Malachite egg on Malachite base, 1970s A Malachite egg standing on a Malachite bowl, with exactly the size that the egg fits in the bowl and can be used as stand. Has some f...

Category

20th Century Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Vintage Lega - Kwele Mask from Congo Africa, 1970s
Vintage Lega - Kwele Mask from Congo Africa, 1970s

Vintage Lega - Kwele Mask from Congo Africa, 1970s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A hand-carved partially painted (natural pigments) Lega/kwele/bakwele mask. Artisan made in Congo circa 1960-80 and brought back to Denmark by a Danish traveller. It is executed in u...

Category

20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

Kuba Shoowa Textile  20th Century
Kuba Shoowa Textile  20th Century

Kuba Shoowa Textile 20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Shoowa Prestige Cloth Kuba Shoowa peoples DR Congo, Kasai Region Raffia palm fiber, natural and chemical dyes, cut-pile and stem stitch embroidery 24.5 x 24.5 inches (62 x 62 cm) ...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber

Lega Tribal Mask, Hand-Carved Wood with Kaolin, Congo, 1950s Design
Lega Tribal Mask, Hand-Carved Wood with Kaolin, Congo, 1950s Design

Lega Tribal Mask, Hand-Carved Wood with Kaolin, Congo, 1950s Design

Located in Ljubljana, SI

This old mask has a custom made stand and was used in initiation ceremonies. Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometri...

Category

1950s Tribal Vintage Congolese Furniture

Materials

Kaolin, Hardwood

African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry
African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry

African Tribal Benin Brass Armlets Nigeria Antique Jewelry

Located in London, GB

Benin brass Armlets or Anklets A pair of heavy Brass armlets with three rows of cowrie shells, Certainly a well worn pair one slightly twisted. They have been cleaned at some point. Rare pieces. Benin 19th century and earlier. For similar pair see re thinking pit Pitt Rivers pit rivers museum online collection Oxford UK.

Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture, Congo Origin, Decorative Object
Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture, Congo Origin, Decorative Object

Hand-Polished Malachite Egg Sculpture, Congo Origin, Decorative Object

Located in New York, NY

This hand-polished Malachite egg is a statement object that reveals the natural artistry of one of the most recognizable copper carbonate minerals. The rich green surface displays sw...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Tribal Textile, Kuba Shoowa 20th Century
Tribal Textile, Kuba Shoowa 20th Century

Tribal Textile, Kuba Shoowa 20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

A late 19th or early 20th century Kuba Prestige cloth, mostly embroidered with cut pile borders.

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber

3.5" Hand-Polished Malachite Sphere - Modern Home Decor
3.5" Hand-Polished Malachite Sphere - Modern Home Decor

3.5" Hand-Polished Malachite Sphere - Modern Home Decor

Located in New York, NY

This 3.5" Malachite sphere has been expertly hand-polished from solid natural stone, bringing out the mineral’s flowing green banding and striking bullseyes. The smooth finish allows...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (10 lbs)
Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (10 lbs)

Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (10 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This large, museum-quality piece of freeform Bulls-eye Malachite with Blue Azurite, is hand-polished and sourced from Zaire. This collectors specimen is a rare combination of the two...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Hand-Carved Malachite Pyramid Sculpture, Polished, 6\" from Congo
Hand-Carved Malachite Pyramid Sculpture, Polished, 6\" from Congo

Hand-Carved Malachite Pyramid Sculpture, Polished, 6\" from Congo

Located in New York, NY

This remarkable hand-carved Malachite pyramid highlights the stone’s natural artistry in a refined geometric form. Fashioned from genuine Malachite, the sculpture displays the minera...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Mid Century Set of Three Polished Solid Malachite Eggs Congo, C.1960
Mid Century Set of Three Polished Solid Malachite Eggs Congo, C.1960

Mid Century Set of Three Polished Solid Malachite Eggs Congo, C.1960

Located in London, GB

A cohesive yet individually characterful set of three hand-polished solid malachite eggs from the Katanga province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Each piece showcases a distinc...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Hand-Carved Malachite Sphere, Polished, 3.5\" Diameter, Congo
Hand-Carved Malachite Sphere, Polished, 3.5\" Diameter, Congo

Hand-Carved Malachite Sphere, Polished, 3.5\" Diameter, Congo

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional hand-carved Malachite sphere showcases the stone’s signature swirling green banding, concentric bullseyes, and natural luster. Expertly hand-polished to a high sheen...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Genuine Polished Malachite Sphere (2.4 lbs)
Genuine Polished Malachite Sphere (2.4 lbs)

Genuine Polished Malachite Sphere (2.4 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This genuine polished Malachite sphere is sourced from Zaire and features a well-defined green banded pattern. It is solid material with no fill and comes with an acrylic display sta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper
African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

African massive stone malachite hand carved Ashtray natural green mineral copper

Located in Forest, BE

Unique massive malachite from copper mines in old began Congo. Natural stone. Perfect as decorative object or for cigars and cigarettes. It is a mix between brutalist and polished pa...

Category

Mid-20th Century Colonial Revival Congolese Furniture

Materials

Bronze

20th Century African Songye Nkishi Kifwebe Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo
20th Century African Songye Nkishi Kifwebe Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo

20th Century African Songye Nkishi Kifwebe Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo

Located in London, GB

For sale is this wonderful vintage African hand-carved Kifwebe association Figure (or "N'kishi"), originating from the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly the...

Category

Late 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Metal

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo
Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Kuba (Bushong) Raffia Fiber Textile Panel From Woman’s Skirt The Bushong people are one of the largest and most dominant ethnic groups within the Kuba Kingdom in the DR Congo, and h...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Dioptase with Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Display, Congo Origin, New
Dioptase with Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Display, Congo Origin, New

Dioptase with Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Display, Congo Origin, New

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional Dioptase with Calcite specimen is a commanding display of color, luster, and form. The surface glistens with a dense, uniform layer of fully terminated, vividly emer...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Other

Kuba Woman's Ceremonial Skirt, D.R. Congo
Kuba Woman's Ceremonial Skirt, D.R. Congo

Kuba Woman's Ceremonial Skirt, D.R. Congo

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Noblewoman's Skirt. Kuba People, DR Congo. Raffia palm fiber, appliqué, embroidery. Measures: 146 x 31 inches (371 x 79 cm).

Category

Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Malachite Ashtray Vide Poche Desk Accessory Green Color Africa 20th Century
Malachite Ashtray Vide Poche Desk Accessory Green Color Africa 20th Century

Malachite Ashtray Vide Poche Desk Accessory Green Color Africa 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Great and unique shape carved malachite stone ashtray or vide poche. Imposing item, stunning color and pattern which makes it unique. Natural malachite sculpture. Some are called vide poche or ashtray dresser caddy...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

African Kuba Embroidered Raffia Textile, Early 20th Century
African Kuba Embroidered Raffia Textile, Early 20th Century

African Kuba Embroidered Raffia Textile, Early 20th Century

Located in Istanbul, TR

It is in rather good condition, except some ware and some slight yellowness due to use and age.

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Early 20th Century Leopard Mancala Game Board
Early 20th Century Leopard Mancala Game Board

Early 20th Century Leopard Mancala Game Board

Located in Chicago, IL

A whimsical and playful early 20th century leopard-form mancala game board carved with the board resting on the leopard's back and with a patina that only a hundred years of use coul...

Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Dioptase and Plancheite on Calcite Sculpture from Congo
Dioptase and Plancheite on Calcite Sculpture from Congo

Dioptase and Plancheite on Calcite Sculpture from Congo

Located in New York, NY

This vibrantly contrasting specimen showcases moderately sized emerald-green Dioptase crystals crowning a matrix of glassily crystallized Calcite, accented with rare powder-blue Plan...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal

Mid Century Malachite Vide-Poche, Congo, C.1960
Mid Century Malachite Vide-Poche, Congo, C.1960

Mid Century Malachite Vide-Poche, Congo, C.1960

Located in London, GB

Cut and polished from a single piece of solid Congolese malachite, the Katanga copper belt produces the finest material in the world. The dish reveals an extraordinary interplay of p...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples
Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples

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...

Category

Early 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia, Wood

African Vintage Shield, Tribal Wall Art, SONGYE SHIELD, Congo, Mid 20th Century
African Vintage Shield, Tribal Wall Art, SONGYE SHIELD, Congo, Mid 20th Century

African Vintage Shield, Tribal Wall Art, SONGYE SHIELD, Congo, Mid 20th Century

Located in Odense, DK

The Songye Shield is a striking example of African tribal art from the Congo, dating back to the mid-20th century. This shield, traditionally used by the Songye people for protection...

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Congolese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Botryoidal Malachite From Shaba Copper Belt, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Located in New York, NY

From Shaba Copper Belt, Katanga (Shaba) Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire) A sculptural botryoidal formation of solid velvety green malachite from the famous copper m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal, Other

Dioptase Crystal Vug on Goethite Base, Natural Specimen, Congo
Dioptase Crystal Vug on Goethite Base, Natural Specimen, Congo

Dioptase Crystal Vug on Goethite Base, Natural Specimen, Congo

Located in New York, NY

From the DRC – one of only two locations worldwide where this rare and coveted emerald-green to blue-green crystal can be sourced, the other being Namibia – this natural vug, or pock...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal

Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (9.5 lbs)
Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (9.5 lbs)

Genuine Polished Malachite and Azurite Freeform (9.5 lbs)

Located in New York, NY

This large, museum-quality piece of freeform Bulls-eye Malachite with Blue Azurite, is hand-polished and sourced from Zaire. This collectors specimen is a rare combination of the two...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Furniture

Materials

Malachite

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover
African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

Located in Istanbul, TR

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recomended.

Category

Late 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Dioptase and Golden Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Art from Congo, New
Dioptase and Golden Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Art from Congo, New

Dioptase and Golden Calcite Sculpture, Crystal Art from Congo, New

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional specimen showcases a lush, lustrous bed of fully formed, fully terminated Dioptase crystals exhibiting a rich, emerald-green hue and remarkable translucency. These a...

Category

2010s Congolese Furniture

Materials

Crystal

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover
African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover

Located in Istanbul, TR

African Kuba Cloth Raffia Pillow Cover It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is recomended.

Category

Late 20th Century Tribal Congolese Furniture

Materials

Raffia