355 results for "spectandum"

These stunning and unique Miniature Georgian shoes were produced in England during the early 19th century, circa 1830. They are hand carved from Mahogany wood and feature the most wo...

These door locks were generally used to protect houses and granaries.Bamana doorlocks range from the abstract and symbolic to representations of ancestors. They are usually larger an...

The cigar store Indian originated as a tradition, not in the United States but in Europe, where carved “Virginie men,” as Europeans called native Americans, were used for advertising...

These three shoes were used by a shoemaker as basic show models from which customers could choose. He would then manufacture a customized pair. The three model show age and use relat...

Saint Christopher with the Christ Child, Spain, late 16th – early 17th C Polychromed and partially gilded wood. The sculpture represents Saint Christopher carrying the Christ Child ...

Nice composition in Dense Bunukwa rainforest hardwood, inlaid shell and lime. Carved wooden pig, standing, tail straight and protrudes backwards with rows of carved zig zag...

Yoruba Egba, couple of Ere Ibeji Twin Figures signed by Akinyode ,Yoruba People, Nigeria Abeokuta Provenance Monique Lancée (Maastricht '80)

Considered to be the originators of this accomplished leather-on-wood technique, which is also used by their neighbours Idoma, Boki, Igala and Bangwa, the Ejagham wanted to achieve a...

Carved wood on museum stand

A pair of female ‘ibeji’ twin figures of the Yoruba people. From south-west Nigeria . Both ‘ibeji figures’ wear a high plaited coiffure, coloured blue by m...

The artist portrayed an upper-class lady who has some facial features of Reynolds' Mrs Andrews. More specifically, the long, straight nose and the large eyes. Her head resting on her...

Designed and sculpted in France by a regional artist, each Gorilla head is meticulously crafted from clay. This process brings forth a piece that embodies both dynamic movement and a...

The Royal Fly Whisks (ethnic names: see leng koko or beuka) used in dances are made of carved wood to which horse tails are attached. These tails are veritable war trophies cut from ...

Richard Durando-Togo is a painter of Argentine origin who spent most of his life in Italy and France, in the latter country he settled permanently in 1934. He is a self-taught artist...

This beautiful polychrome and highly expressive statue 18th C statue represents Mary Magdalene in prayer, hands joined, eyes raised to the sky.It's of German origin

An intriguing example of a fully articulated circus puppet marionette, in the form of a clown. This figure is fully articulated with iron strings support...

Copper alloy weights Marc system.

Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection Brussels The raffia splint is covered with cloth and c...

Akarova Marguerite (Sint-Joost-Ten-Node, 1904 - Elsene, 1999), Self Portrait, Drawing on Paper, 61 x 81cm, Framed and Signed. Marguerite Acarin (30 March 1904, in Saint-Josse-ten-Noo...

These backrests were exclusively used by Dignitaries of the Mongo people in DRC. The diamond design on the seat can also be found on the Kuba tissues called "Velours du Kasai.".

These heads allowed the relatives to always have a link with the deceased, second half of the 20th century.

“Stop of the travelers” is a charming scene depicting several characters, horses and dogs with a backdrop of woods and a small house. The composition used here is a typical character...

This artifact carved in wood is from the Kongo people of the Congo. One side represents a crucified Christ ,whilst the other shows a representation of the Virgin Mary. It’s clearly an object of authority and prestige and a combination of locally grounded and foreign insignia.Very nice use patina. The Kingdom of Kongo, founded in the 14th century, has some of the earliest Christian influence in sub-Saharan Africa. The conversion to Christianity in 1512 of King Alfoso I of the Kongo saw the subsequent creation by Kongolese sculptors of Christian crucifixes...

The rocking horse was made in the first half of the 20th century in the United Kingdom. The ears and the reigns are in light brown leather. The main and the tail of the horse are mad...

According to the legends, there are two Saint Anthony’s, they can easily be distinguished by their hair. This one is known as Saint Anthony of Padua, he is recognizable by his hair, ...

A bear sculpture crafted by Alaskan Eskimos, featuring bone teeth and a solid wooden base. Its patina and base indicate it may have once been attached to a hunting kayak.

This realistic handcrafted leather covered Monkey has a very nice age patina and would constitute a beautiful Natural History piece in every type of design envirronement. The skin de...

A snuff container shaped as a European woman in 19th-century attire, with a unique design—a small black baby figure slides under her skirt.

This rare, almost circular-shaped masks, belongs to the Ekanga secret society and would have been kept in baskets at the heart of their sanctuaries. The minimalist style and the whit...

Beautiful antique glass vase.

Beautiful leather shoe from Eastern Europe tracing back to the 19th century. This vintage item features delicate and detailed patterns. A beautiful item steeped in history that will ...

This watercolor is by Raphael de Buck (1902–1986) .It resembles the style of the 19th century impressionists such as Degas and Renoir. The painting con...

Bamileke Decorative Dance Crest, embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People, Cameroon. Private collection Brussels The raffia splint is covered with cloth and colou...

Marsupial rodents have only four incisors, making large necklaces a symbol of the wearer's hunting prowess. These body ornaments were worn by both men and women.

Lucien Desmaré was a Belgian painter born in 1905 and who died in 1961. He was a painter, etcher, illustrator and decorator. He has followed training at the Academies in Anderlecht, ...

This old wood pestle of the Dogon people situated in Mali has acquired an exceptional patina from years of use.

Female Fertility figure “Yanda", Zande People, DRC, Old collection n° 394 Baudouin de Grunne . This highly abstract fertility bust, characterized by a prominent belly, is sculpted fr...

Bamum Decorative Wooden Ancestor Figure embroidered with European Glass Beads, Grasslands People , Cameroon Private collection Brussels These commemorative statuettes ,representing...

This lovely 17th century painting was made in the last part of the European Renaissance period, also known as the high renaissance, late 17th century. This scene depicts the Madonna with her Child...

Beautifully hand-crafted leather whip with turned handle.

Beaded elephant mask, Grassland people, Cameroon.

Framed, dated and signed.

This type of shield was used to deflect the strike of sticks or whips in ritual staged fights.Beautifully made from hide and natural fibers with a textural and timeless modern form. ...

A standing female figure with prominent breasts below a columnar neck resting between broad shoulders that lead to elongated arms which bend at the elbows to support the seat above. ...

Red earthenware set of tiles (3) with an abstract design surrounded by curvaceous ornaments. A charming and inspiring piece of art that can be used as a m...

Wooden cane - handle is carved with the face of a bearded man

This iron cross belonged to a German immigrants from Russia and dates backs to the first half of the 20th century. The cross consists of a base, decorated with flora and a plaque wit...

This unusual Chokwe mask is probably Katoyo, representing non-Chokwe individuals. The deviation of the mask from the more common Chokwe masks is mainly because they represent Portugu...

Pair of Victorian Mahogany-Brass Telescopes, 1st half 20th C.

The Greek version of his legend made Alexius the only son of Euphemianus, a wealthy Christian Roman of the senatorial class. Alexius fled his arranged marriage to follow his holy voc...

After Athena was born fully armed from Zeus' forehead, Triton, acting as a foster parent to the goddess, raised her alongside his daughter, Pallas. The sea god taught both girls the ...

Wooden folk-art figure, 19th century. A stylized female soul in Purgatory, shown seated with folded hands and surrounded by carved flame motifs. Dark-patinated wood with simple, expr...

After Jean Antoine Watteau (Valenciennes, 1684-Nogent-sur-Marne, 1721), Disembarkation for the Island of Cythera, Pastel drawing, Framed, 19th or ...

About the artist. Born in 1970, Marc Le Rest is a French born artist who turned his back to a promising career within the Holy Church to dedicate himse...

This vessel vividly illustrates anthropomorphic design through its bold depiction of a human-like figure. The spout is sculpted as an open-mouthed face, complete with stylized eyes a...

An old classic Bamana lock , decorated with engraved lines, representing antilope horns ,legs bent appearing at the bottom and a beautiful dark patina a...

A finely carved significant Yoruba Male Ibeji figure with a tall headdress, expressive eyes, original bead belt and heavy wear and polish from native use. Areas of encrusted camwood ...

Beautiful pair of antique Cristal Wedding glasses on bronze stem.

Gnarled wooden cane

Anthropomorph Terracotta Vase