Statuette of the Ewe cultural group (Togo), commonly called Venavi and used in the context of the cult of twins like the Ibeji among the Yoruba of Nigeria. This female statuette has her hairstyle pain[...]
Fish.
Polychrome bas-relief carved wooden panel.
Aboriginal work or in the Aboriginal style.
A small dent on the upper right corner, otherwise good condition.
24 x 54.5 x 2.5 cm
Sent by Colissi[...]
Elephant in composite material, origin Asia or Africa?
Light material, to be determined.
Good condition.
32 x 32 x 16 cm
Sent by Colissimo with signature.
Careful packaging.
Unless otherwise[...]
Couple of characters, female and male, of which only the busts remain, in terracotta. Originally, the object must have been a votive and ritual urn, from the Sokoto culture, northern Nigeria. It comes[...]
Rare tabua or tambua, pierced at both ends to pass a braided coconut fiber cord, and worn as a pendant by Maori chiefs as a sign of distinction. Fiji Islands, Tonga 19th century. This one measures 14.[...]
Senufo statue, from Ivory Coast, with cut-off feet, originally intended as a ritual altar figure. It features the characteristic rooster-crested headdress and a series of identity scarifications. The [...]
Rare triplet of ibeji, statuettes of the cult of twins, among the Yoruba of Nigeria. This triplet includes a female statue and two male (smaller) ones. The statues have pearl necklaces and brass brace[...]
Ritual axe, called Aringo Jagun, of the thunder god (Shango) among the Yoruba of Nigeria. The twisted handle supports a kneeling female figure with a child on her back personifying the god Shango. The[...]
The Dogon hunter. Bronze proof, lost wax casting, old patina and marks of time, white pigment on his traditional clothing (boubou). Intact, see photos. African school from the beginning of the 20th ce[...]
Rare and beautiful small tripod vases. They are decorated on the edge with a radiant decoration and in the receptacle, the first with a flower-shaped motif, on the second the decoration of the recepta[...]
Anthropomorphic terracotta statuette, from the pre-Columbian period (1), in perfect condition.
Representation of a character in "clothing", a mask seems to cover his face, his legs are punctuated. Re[...]
Scrimshaw, Tabua, pierced at both ends to pass a braided coconut fiber cord, and worn as a pendant by Maori chiefs as a sign of distinction. Fiji Islands, Tonga 19th century. This one measures 16.5cm.[...]
Walrus baculum or penis bone used as a club by Inuit hunters. Head of the bone ending with a portion of sperm whale ivory tooth. Probably from Alaska. Length: 55cm. End of the 19th century, beginning [...]
Beautiful Life-Size Skull In Solid, Translucent White Crystal Circa 1970.
Superb skull in white crystal, a work inspired by medical skulls and vanities executed around 1970.
It is magnificent in pre[...]
Head of a warrior wearing a helmet decorated with a diadem in the shape of an arc, testifying to his rank and role within the clan. The face, marked by an ape-like expression, is accentuated by a nasa[...]
Old weight for weighing gold powder, it represents a scorpion, a theme often illustrated by figurines. Representation of the God Nyamé, it is also the symbol of death according to the proverb "The sco[...]
Antique gold powder weighing weight featuring a two-headed crocodile. Beautifully decorated on the body of the crocodile, expertly sculpted. "The crocodile is a very important theme in representations[...]
Four sperm whale teeth including three scrimshaws representing a woman with the inscription "EXCELSIOR", a penguin and a richly dressed standing man. Probably United States, Nantucket, 19th century. H[...]
Towering at over two metres in height, this exquisite piece is sure to make a statement in your space. Lintel sculptures are traditionally works of art carved into flat pieces of wood or stone, dating[...]
This carved African figural post is an incredibly unique and truly special piece. Many of the intertwined figures depicted in this piece are holding axes and tools - perhaps a reference to the highly [...]
The mother lying on a cushion plays with her child, her legs crossed and her mutilated foot, her "lotus bud" ostentatiously stretched out. The attitude is provocative and cheerful. The 2 characters ar[...]
Bamileké Fish Sculpture Very beautiful piece, ideal in any type of decor Work at the beginning of the 20th century Free and insured shipping in mainland France
Benin Bronze Leopard Statue Very beautiful piece from the early 20th century Very beautiful patina and carvings Some wear and small losses (lost wax casting) Free and insured shipping in mainland Fran[...]
Egyptian sculpture of rams with 2 heads 20th century in wood. Sold individually but 2 pieces available (contact us) shipping possible for one piece by Mondial Relay or colissimo, if 2 pieces (contact [...]
Ancient sculpture with superb patina. Height 56.5 cm. Removable base 10 x 20 cm.
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Ancient Indonesian bronze fertility statuette, of the "hampatong" type (hampatongs are generally ancestor figures, protecting the community from evil spirits).
It is decorated on both sides with a li[...]
AFRICAN ARTS-EARLY ARTS-TRIBAL ART SCULPTURE AKAN CULTURE ASHANTI-BAOULÉ PEOPLES EARLY 20TH CENTURY BRONZE BUFFALO HEAD TOGO/GHANA/IVORY COAST Lost wax bronze pendant/sculpture, depicting a buffalo he[...]
Pendant in low relief, flattened. The character's face is Djénné. The rings at the base were to allow ornaments to be added. Its position: Bust in front and legs in profile seems close to the art of a[...]
This statuette is decorated with Cupid whose eyes are hidden by a scarf. This Cupid has a chocolate patina, from the 19th century, beautifully made. It is in good state of conservation, note chips on [...]
Ben Apollo, Patinated terracotta statuette, Maasai Woman, Signed and titled on the back of the statue. In good condition, tiny little chips of use, 20th century work. Weight: 788 gr. Dimensions: Heigh[...]
Superb sculpture representing a head of Medusa in marble Origin Italy, Region of Florence Possibility of shipping only in wooden crate, transport and documents will follow Quote on request
Ornamental and wall-mounted solid wood painting, from the BINGERVILLE Workshop in Ivory Coast, representing a charging elephant, signed on the back FABELY 80 and SENEGAL 82
Sperm whale tooth (Physeter macrocephalus/catodon) engraved in scrimshaw of a sailor holding a saber and brandishing a flag, his foot on an anchor. Caption: Brig Union. 1867. Cut stump with old screw [...]
BRUT ART EARLY ARTS POPULAR ART SCULPTURE THREE-HEADED FIGURE PATINATED CARVED WOOD 20TH CENTURY Large and slender three-headed royal figure in carved, blackened and patinated wood whose aesthetic is [...]
Protective figure presenting a warrior standing with his hands symbolically placed on the top of his penis. His face with the expression marked by the wide open mouth symbolizing a sign of challenge o[...]
Monoxyl sculpture from the end of the 19th century or even the beginning of the 20th century, most certainly the thirteenth station of an ordeal in the Oceanian style. A “clumsy” illegible inscription[...]
Haute époque/ colonial folk art
17th or 18th cty
Small wooden carved, polychrome and gilded statue depicting a pieta: the body of Christ fall down on Virgin Mary knees.
Folk art style correspondi[...]
Pair of wooden elements probably Hindu temple. From the collection of an important Brussels decorator, they are very decorative. Normally I do not buy this type of object. It is so rare to find and ve[...]
Mexico, 1960s/1970s, superb and large polychrome terracotta statue depicting an Aztec god. He is seated and holds in his right hand a removable scepter whose end is a flower.
Creation of very good qu[...]
Guatemala.
Mask of the Baile de la Conquista.
Mid 20th century. Carved and painted wood. Wearing the masche you will feel a light scent of exotic wood.
The Dance of Conquest is a public ritua[...]
Alaska.
Zoomorphic statuette.
Bone.
Sold with its base.
Dimensions:
Height: 2.5 cm.
Width: 2cm.
Depth: 4.8cm.
Base height: 4.2 cm.
Base: 1.5 x 4.5 x 7 cm.
Sculpture from the 1920s Representing a peacock, it was made by a Pyrenean sculptor, in the south of France, from ox horns. The work of carving and folding is remarkable. The final work is very pretty[...]
The crocodile is a sacred animal. It is supposed to house the souls of ancestors. It is also associated with the water cycle: Indeed it reappears from its lair after having spent long months in hibern[...]
Attié or Ebrié culture, Ivory Coast.
First half of the 20th century.
Fisherman's fetish.
Wooden statuette with a beautiful patina.
Crack on the back.
Measurements:
Height: 25cm.
Width: 7.5cm.[...]
Africa - Nigeria, c.1950.
Naturalist Idoma head, perhaps from a statue of fertility.
Remains of polychromy with use of kaolin, especially on the eyes.
Open mouth, detailed dentition.
Terra cott[...]
Huge two-headed slit gong drum collected from Ambrym Island in the achipelago of Vanuatu. The breadfruit slit drums of the island of Ambrym are still used today to communicate within the villages and [...]
Hemba people, Democratic Republic of Congo, first half of the 20th century, superb wooden sculpture depicting a hieratic female character represented standing on a circular base. The body is treated i[...]
Old little standing female fetish with a peaceful face. Beautiful stylization of the character and detailed female attributes: the breasts are pointed and the sex is particularly apparent below the na[...]
Large Colon Baoulé In Wood And Plaster Very beautiful piece from the beginning of the 20th century in an unusual format (73cm) Free shipping in metropolitan France
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