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Place of Origin: Sub-Saharan African
Salampasu Mask – DR Congo – Mid 20th Century – African Tribal Art
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Discover the soul of Africa through this authentic Salampasu mask from DR Congo, handcrafted in the mid-20th century. Part of a carefully curated collec...
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1950s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

African sculpture Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria
Located in Paris, FR
Kanuri-Hausa Headdress, "burtu" Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria Headdress, "burtu Kanuri-Hausa, Nigeria wood leather horn. H 42 cm. Provenance : - Swedish private...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

Tribal Textile, Kuba Shoowa 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
An example of the continuation of the Kuba design tradition into the late 20th century. Technically superb, an amalgamation of traditional patterns interpreted by contemporary artist...
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Late 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber

Modern Genuine Ochre Soft Leather Tan Sling - Swing Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Stripped away from all excess, this hanging chair has a circular frame with the sheets of soft leather hanging loose within it, to create a sleek, sexy, and oh so comfortable experie...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Steel

20th Century Tuareg Wedding Tapestry from Niger, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by Andres Moraga Wedding blanket or tent hanging, "Arkilla Jenngo" Woven by Fulani weavers for a Tuareg noble family First half 20th century Inland Delta Region, Niger or Mal...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wool, Cotton

African Folk Art Ashanti Sculpted Wood Art Chairs / Stools
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of small, charming hand carved stools from Africa, circa early 1900's. Beautifully hand sculpted of a hardwood with a dark stain. No markings or signage on them. Possibly ceremo...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Large 19th Century Mottled Coco De Mer on Stand Maritime Sailors Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A large late 19th Century Coco De Mer The Coco De Mer is mounted on an orange threaded and tasseled stem set within a ebonised base. The coco is solid in structure with an unusual...
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19th Century Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber, Wood

Genuine Polished Malachite Bowl (1.4 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
This Genuine Polished Malachite bowl is meticulously crafted and features intricate concentric growth patterns. Sourced from Zaire, it has no fill and boasts powerful balancing and m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Malachite

Large Antique Carved Wood Male Bambara Chi Wara Antelope Figure
Located in Nantucket, MA
Chi wara is a ritual headdress used by the Bambara people in Mali. Portrayed as both male or female figures Chi ware is associated with agriculture. This larg...
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Early 1900s Folk Art Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Late 19th-Early 20th Century Hand-Forged Iron Currency, Southern Chad, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century iron currency, kurr, Sara-Madjingaye peoples, Southern Chad. These rare currencies have a wonderfully minimalist anthropomorphic form, but were inspired...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Iron

African Art by Kasongo Kamba, Lumiere Dans Une Lumiere, Relief in Brass 1977
Located in Delft, NL
African Art by Kasongo Kamba, Lumiere Dans Une Lumiere, Relief in Brass 1977 African Art by Kasongo Kamba, Title: Lumiere dans une lumiere, African Art...
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20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

Modern, Brutalist Style Brass, Shou Sugi Ban & Carved Walnut Oromo Coffee Table
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This bespoke, luxurious and incredible detailed coffee table is part of the Oromo collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Oromo collection is inspired by 70's surface design, the top has a tactile, sculpted surface that is meticulously carved, the entire process taking over 100 hours. This coffee table is a magnificent fusion of techniques, a carved solid walnut top with a hand sand cast solid brass inserted. The brass disc is hand polished to achieved a slightly bright bronzed finish. This top is set on a solid French Oak cant that has been finished with the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

African Statue 'Boli' Bambara Mali C1950
Located in Paris, FR
African Statue 'Boli' Bambara Mali C1950 Zoomorphic altar statuette (Boli). Kono tribe. Provenance: Swedish private collection, inherited with the Fam...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Earthenware

Small square malachite and marble chessboard
Located in Ixelles, BE
Small square malachite and marble chessboard. Dive into absolute opulence with our malachite and marble chess set, an undisputed symbol of luxury and refinement. Each piece, meticu...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Malachite, Marble

Aquarama Headboard in chocolate ash with mother of pearl 118" W x 51.6" H
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The name Aquarama is derived from the iconic speedboat design by Riva in 1962, first test-driven by Gianni Agnelli. The boat features lacquered timber with contrasting cream detailin...
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2010s Art Deco Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Ash

Bar Stool - Zebra Hide
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Burchell Zebra hide and classic black steel combine together to make the stunning Zebra Hide Bar Stool! Whether used for lounging, dining, or w...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hide

Antique Prestige Basket, Tanzania
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Prestige open top basket Sukuma People (?) Tanzania Circa 1900 Coiled and woven basketry, natural fibers and dye 8 x 6 1/2 inches (21 x 16.5 cm) Provenance: ex private collection U...
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Early 1900s Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Natural Fiber

Genuine Sericho Pallasite Meteorite Slab (2.45 lbs)
Located in New York, NY
In 2016, large masses of the Sericho pallasite meteorite were acquired from villagers in Isiolo County, Kenya, marking its formal discovery. The olivine crystals range in colour from...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Other, Iron

Senufo Female Fertility Statue in Carved Wood, Late 19th Century
By Senufo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A female fertility statue of West African Senufo (Mali, or Ivory Coast) origin in solid wood. Hand-carved from a single piece of Mango wood, this expr...
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Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Ebony

Antique Madagascan Malagasy Bara Tribe Bronze Knife with Figural Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Madagascan bronze decorative knife. With a sheepsfoot style blade and an ornate figural cast bronze handle - One side with a recumbent cat and the other with a pair o...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Cast Brass & White Leather Brutalist Primal Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The white leather Primal lounge chair, a quintessential masterpiece from Egg Designs that stands as an icon of contemporary design. Versatile and striking, it seamlessly integrates i...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tuareg Mat Runner, Luminous Bronze with Rich Brown Stripes - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage rug and floor covering is a 2x6 Tuareg runner mat from the nomadic tribe of the same name. Handwoven with reeds in Mauritania circa 1950-1960, it is an exciting new addi...
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1660s Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wool

Klaylife, Swish, Medium, White, Handmade Clay Beaded Chandelier
Located in Brighton, Victoria
A three-tiered, modern chandelier with an optional swishy tail. The Swish is our new clay beaded pendant and is like jewelry for your home! A unique take ...
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2010s Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Clay

Large Mali Terracotta Tribal Bead Necklace by Claire Ginioux, Paris, France
By Claire Ginioux
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by Zena Kruzick Large Mali terracotta tribal bead necklace by Claire Ginioux, Paris, France. Mali terracotta beads from the 19th centu...
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Late 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Beads

Nomoli - Carved Stone Figurine, Kissi People, Sierra Leone, 19th Century
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
A Nomoli is a carved stone figurine native to Sierra Leone and Liberia. They are usually made of soapstone, limestone, or granite. The carving depicts a woman in a dress and choker,...
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19th Century Tribal Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Stone, Soapstone

African Dan Yakuba Guard Mask Small Shells and Bells from the Ivory Coast 1970s
Located in Salzburg, AT
African Dan Yakuba Guard Mask Small Shells and Bells from the Ivory Coast 1970s Female wooden mask with rich decoration of textile elements, small shells and ceramic beads. The mouth...
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1970s Tribal Vintage Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Iron

Fine Yoruba Ibeji Female Pair African Tribal Art
Located in London, GB
Good of female Yoruba Ibeji Figures Finely carved in dense wood with linear decoration to the body Nigeria Period Early 20th century Size: 27 and 25 cm Condition: Good Fine...
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Early 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Premier Quality Zebra Taxidermy Shoulder Mount on a Painted Antique Wood Column
Located in New York, NY
This taxidermy African Zebra Head is a truly impressive piece that captures the beauty and majesty of this iconic animal. Mounted on a white washed wooden rustic column pedestal, thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Other Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Fur, Wood

Ethnic Design-Collection of 22 Ceremonial Heads from the Grasslands in Cameroon.
Located in Leuven , BE
Worn by chiefs and other notables on ceremonial occasions, these beaded heads were highly symbolic power accoutrements and probably represent the heads of enemies taken in battle. Ol...
Category

Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Glass, Organic Material, Beads

Original Tribal Art Hardwood Spear New Guinea 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
A spear made of hardwood or palm wood. This spear was used as a weapon of war. The openwork carving of this spear depicts stylized human figures in the crouching position of a prayin...
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1950s Primitive Vintage Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

African Wooden Decorative Tribal Art Drum with Hide & Rope Produced Early 1900s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare African tribal wooden decorative drum with hide and rope produced in Africa early 1900s. In good original condition. Dimensions: H: 38 cm / 14.95" Diameter: 17 cm / 6.70"
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1920s Folk Art Vintage Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hide, Wood

Malachite on Shattuckite with Quartz, Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Namibia
Located in New York, NY
Malachite on Shattuckite with Quartz Omaue Mine, Kaokoveld Plateau, Kunene Region, Namibia 7.1 cm tall x 6.5 cm wide Ex-collection Irv Brown Pictured; Cover, Mineralogical Record, ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Other

Collection of 8 Mid 20th Century Ashanti Cast Brass Gold Weights
Located in Hudson, NY
This collection of weights from the Ashanti tribe was gathered in Ghana in the middle of the 20th century. The casting of brass or bronze has been a long-standing tradition of the Ashanti tribes in this region since the 17th century but comes from the longer tradition of the Akan peoples as far back as the 1400s and continues to this day. Through trade in gold dust theses, regins have been powerful and demanding locations creating rich artistic traditions. The production of gold weights...
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Mid-20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ashby Round Side Table Handcrafted in Travertine
By Kevin Frankental
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Ashby side table is evidence of Lemon’s journey into increasing simplicity. Versatile in nature, the piece’s pure silhouette, elegant proportions and dramatic texture lend it to ...
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2010s Minimalist Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Vintage African Beaded Yoruba Chair, Multicolor - 2 Chairs Available
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Description Originally hand-crafted for the Nigerian Yoruba tribe kings and queens, each chair takes approximately 3 months to make. Thousands of tiny glass beads are intricately applied to canvas fabric in beautiful shapes and designs. The fabric is then attached and stitched to the chair frame. A painstaking process resulting in an elaborate, one-of-a-kind work of art. We love these Yoruba chairs...
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20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Beads

Kota Reliquary Figure Gabon, Christies Provenance
Located in Sharon, CT
Kota Reliquary of classic form. Brass and iron over wood. On an old base, with an old number label. Ex Estate of Willliam Kohler, Christies NY 'Important Tribal Art' Nov 20 1997.
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1890s Primitive Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Strelitzia Modern Solid Polished Aluminum and Felted Wool Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silver Strelitzia handcrafted, modern dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This luxury dining chair has a backrest of solid sand-cast alumi...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Aquarama Headboard in cherry with mother of pearl 127" W x 51.6" H
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The name Aquarama is derived from the iconic speedboat design by Riva in 1962, first test-driven by Gianni Agnelli. The boat features lacquered timber with contrasting cream detailin...
Category

2010s Art Deco Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Cherry

Folk Art Bag, Made by Coca Cola Crown Caps, Burkina Faso, Late 80’s
Located in Milan, IT
A small funny and unusual folk Art bag, made by Coca Cola crown caps wired together. Burkina Faso, late 80s.
Category

Late 20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Metal

Pair of 20th Century East African Grain Bowls with Handles
Located in Wainscott, NY
20th century East African grain bowls with handles pair (two pieces in set). From left to right A) 10.5" height x 10" diameter B) 8.5" height x 9" diameter.
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20th Century Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wood

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle' Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Stellar bespoke, luxury dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This lounge chair is part of the Stellar coll...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut

Kuba tribal Tukula Box – Early 1900s, D.R. Congo
By Kuba
Located in Bilzen, BE
Kuba Tukula Box – Early 1900s, D.R. Congo Dimensions: 17.5 cm x 7.5 cm Material: Carved wood with pigment traces A finely carved semi-circular Kuba tukula box, dating from the earl...
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wood

Blessing Modern Copper & Ebonized Hand Carved Wood & Oak Primal Console by Egg
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Modern Primal Console is part of the Blessing collection designed and manufactured by Egg Designs in South Africa. The Blessing console has three legs that are hand chiseled usi...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Gold Plate

Genuine Polished Malachite Stalactite Slice (322.9 grams)
Located in New York, NY
A fine and gorgeous Malachite Stalactite slice from Congo with rich, velvety bands of light and dark green and a magical chatoyance that morphs and gleams in the light as you move th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Malachite

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...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Angular Cubist Dan Kran Mask Open Mouth Triangle Eyes Ivory Coast Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Great Angular Cubist Dan Kran Mask with expressive open mouth with metal teeth, triangle eyes and projecting angular cheeks. From Ivory Coast, West Africa...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wood

Circa Coffee Table in Walnut
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Through the introduction of the Circa coffee table, esteemed collaborator Yaniv Chen demonstrates a mastery of simplicity, presenting an exquisite o...
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2010s Minimalist Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Walnut

70's Feel Modern Boucle, Brass & Carved Walnut Oromo Lounge Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This bespoke, luxurious, lounge chair is part of the Oromo collection designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. The Oromo collection is inspired by 70's surface design, the backrest of this chair has a tactile, sculpted surface that is meticulously, mechanically carved, the entire process taking over 50 hours. This nod to 70's furniture and surface design fused with sensual curves and a minimal aesthetic results in a highly individual unique lounge chair design. The Oromo lounge chair is upholstered in a cream boucle, this upholstery together with the carved walnut timber backrest gives the chair a distinct mid century modern vibe which will complement most interior design styles...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

Egg Designs Brutalist Teal Ceramic & Verdigris Copper Side Table
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Boogie Nights side table (2021) is a sculptural, Brutalist-inspired accent piece handcrafted with artistic precision. The top is composed of individually glazed teal-gre...
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2010s Brutalist Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Copper, Steel

Stellar Modern Handmade Ceramic Walnut, Boucle' Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Stellar bespoke, luxury dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This lounge chair is part of the Stellar coll...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Ceramic, Upholstery, Walnut

Brutalist Teal Ceramic & Verdigris Copper Coffee Table by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Boogie Nights coffee table (2021) is a bold, Brutalist-inspired piece handcrafted with sculptural impact. It features individua...
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2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Steel, Copper

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.
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Raffia

Modern Solid Brass, Handspun Wool Upholstered Luxury Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Strelitzia bespoke, dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This luxury dining chair has a backrest of soli...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Brass

Genuine carved wooden comb from the Baule / Baoule tribe ivory coast, early 1900
By Baule Tribe
Located in Bilzen, BE
A genuine carved wooden comb with a janushead (double head) in a fine carving Each side have a different face Warm tribal aged patina early 1900 Heigth 16 cm
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Early 20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Wood

Modern Outdoor Sling Hanging Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
Our Outdoor Sling hanging chair swing seat is crafted with Spradling Silvertex material – a highly sustainable environmentally-friendly vegan material. The Slings can be ordered a...
Category

2010s Minimalist Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figurative Sculptures in the Style of Sydney Kumalo
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool pair of patinated bronze figurative sculptures in the style of renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo, circa 1960s. The minim...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Blessing Hand Chiseled Ebonized & Shou Sugi Ban Hardwood Coffee Table
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The modern hand carved & Shou Sugi Ban black Blessing side table is part of the Blessing collection. It is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in So...
Category

2010s Modern Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Ammonite fossil : Kranaosphinctes. On custom steel claw stand
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
This ammonite specimen (species : kranaosphinctes) from Madagascar, cretaceous (-85 to -65 millions years before our era) displays a nice quality and color. Making it a nice fossil i...
Category

2010s Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Stone

Mounted Shoowa Kuba Cloth Panel
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 20th century Shoowa Kuba cloth panel with a fantastic all-over interlocking meandering hook and knot pattern woven in black and natural flat-wea...
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Mid-20th Century Tribal Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Raffia

An Outstanding, Highly Important Fossilised Tree
Located in Scorton, GB
A masterpiece of nature that will transform your space into a sanctuary of palaeontological expression. This remarkable piece of natural history that began its journey millions of ye...
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15th Century and Earlier Prehistoric Antique Sub-Saharan African Furniture

Materials

Limestone

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