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Place of Origin: Congolese
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Highly Decorative Wood African Mask

Category

20th Century Dutch Colonial Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Hand Crafted Kuba Cloth Wall Hanging from D.R. Congo, 1960's
Hand Crafted Kuba Cloth Wall Hanging from D.R. Congo, 1960's

Hand Crafted Kuba Cloth Wall Hanging from D.R. Congo, 1960's

Located in Grythyttan, SE

The Kuba cloth (velours du kasai) is a captivating piece of textile art hailing from the Kasai Region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Crafted by hand in the 1960s, this Kuba cloth wall hanging is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of the Kuba people. The textile features a meticulous process of handweaving and embroidery using raffia palm fibers, showcasing intricate geometric patterns. The use of natural pigments in the dyeing process adds an earthy and authentic touch to the piece. As a vintage item, this Kuba Cloth is not only a stunning decorative element but also a tangible link to the past, carrying with it the history and craftsmanship of the Kuba people. Its authenticity is underscored by the fact that each Kuba cloth is one of a kind, reflecting the unique artistic expression of the weaver. Whether displayed as a wall hanging, used as a textile accent, or incorporated into interior design, the Kuba cloth invites a sense of cultural richness and historical significance. Embrace the beauty of this vintage, authentic artifact...

Category

1960s Folk Art Vintage Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Raffia

Copper Hand-Hammered Birds Art Work Wall Decoration Panel, 1990
Copper Hand-Hammered Birds Art Work Wall Decoration Panel, 1990

Copper Hand-Hammered Birds Art Work Wall Decoration Panel, 1990

By Pemba

Located in Antwerp, BE

This original piece is a hand-hammered signed copper work of elegant stylish dancing birds in the African sun. Width 120 cm. Height 110 cm. Depth 5 cm.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Copper

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 Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Hammered Copper Bas-relief of an African Woman
Beautiful Hammered Copper Bas-relief of an African Woman

Beautiful Hammered Copper Bas-relief of an African Woman

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful Hammered Copper Bas-relief of an African Woman This 1981 masterpiece, signed by renowned artist M. Wangala from Congo, is a unique addition to any art collection. It is a ...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

African Futurist Black Tribal Mask by Bomber Bax
African Futurist Black Tribal Mask by Bomber Bax

African Futurist Black Tribal Mask by Bomber Bax

Located in Milano, IT

Contemporary African single mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently processed and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The...

Category

Early 1900s Tribal Antique Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Portrait of a Kongo Chief with Feather Headdress, Plant Material on Jute, Framed
Portrait of a Kongo Chief with Feather Headdress, Plant Material on Jute, Framed

Portrait of a Kongo Chief with Feather Headdress, Plant Material on Jute, Framed

Located in Leuven , BE

Portrait of a Kongo Chief with feather headdress, plant material on Jute, Frameda Patchwork of bark and raphia finished with feathered headdress. This is was made for export and it i...

Category

Late 20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Burlap, Grasscloth, Faux Fur, Beads

Copper Panel Artwork by Pemba
Copper Panel Artwork by Pemba

Copper Panel Artwork by Pemba

By Pemba

Located in Antwerp, BE

African copper panel artwork by Pemba. Congo.  

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Copper

Large African Painting by Ngasagras
Large African Painting by Ngasagras

Large African Painting by Ngasagras

Located in Antwerp, BE

Fantastic painting of an African market by Ngasagras who was a member of the Poto-Poto school in Brazzaville,Congo.This wonderful piece depicts a Market...

Category

Mid-20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

Large Framed Textile Fragment of a Ceremonial Dance Skirt from the Kuba People
Large Framed Textile Fragment of a Ceremonial Dance Skirt from the Kuba People

Large Framed Textile Fragment of a Ceremonial Dance Skirt from the Kuba People

Located in London, GB

A rare women’s ceremonial dance skirt from the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a strong artistic textile tradition, the Kuba people i...

Category

Early 20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Textile, Raffia

African Futurist Pink Mask Created by Bomber Bax
African Futurist Pink Mask Created by Bomber Bax

African Futurist Pink Mask Created by Bomber Bax

Located in Milano, IT

Unique African mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently worked on and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The artist used ...

Category

Early 1900s Futurist Antique Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments. 20th century.
African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments. 20th century.

African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments. 20th century.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments held by a rope. Work from the Democratic Republic of Congo realized in the 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

Materials

Wood

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Located in Sherborne, GB

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Ngandu Marc African Portrait, Oil on Canvas, Framed, Signed and Dated
Ngandu Marc African Portrait, Oil on Canvas, Framed, Signed and Dated

Ngandu Marc African Portrait, Oil on Canvas, Framed, Signed and Dated

Located in Leuven , BE

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20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

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Mounted Kuba Shoowa Embroidered Cloth
Mounted Kuba Shoowa Embroidered Cloth

Mounted Kuba Shoowa Embroidered Cloth

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H 24 in W 20.75 in D 1.25 in

Mounted Kuba Shoowa Embroidered Cloth

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Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Art

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20th Century Kuba Shoowa Cloth, from Congo

20th Century Kuba Shoowa Cloth, from Congo

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H 25.25 in W 13 in D 0.5 in

20th Century Kuba Shoowa Cloth, from Congo

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Offered by Andres Moraga Man's Status Cloth Shoowa Kuba People, D.R. Congo Raffia palm fiber stem stitch and cut pile embroidery "Smoke pattern" profession...

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Mid-20th Century Tribal Congolese Decorative Art

Hammered Copper Wall Relief Sculpture Panel with African Woman
Hammered Copper Wall Relief Sculpture Panel with African Woman

Hammered Copper Wall Relief Sculpture Panel with African Woman

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hugh, lighted wall picture or object with Africa woman. This unique object is made by the Congolese artist Mutepa in 1981 and is in very good condition.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Congolese Decorative Art

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Congo Wicker Shield, Late 19th Century
Congo Wicker Shield, Late 19th Century

Congo Wicker Shield, Late 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

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19th Century Antique Congolese Decorative Art

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Antique African Congo Lega Tribal Sculpture
Antique African Congo Lega Tribal Sculpture

Antique African Congo Lega Tribal Sculpture

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A 20th century sculpture from the Lega. The Lega people live near the northern end of Lake Tanganyika on the banks of the Lualaba River in the DRC. They are also known as the Warega....

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20th Century Congolese Decorative Art

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Wood