Paddle collected on the banks of the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea. Wood with a beautiful patina of use. Sold with a base. Approx. 174 x 19 cm / €220 including base and shipping.
Pretty wooden pot, ideal for ethnic decoration, decorated with African motifs, in good condition, resting on three feet, monoxyl, beautiful patina ..... height 34 cm diameter 20 cm. For any questions [...]
ANTHROPOMORPHE MASK called TangagleDan culture, Ivory CoastFirst quarter of the 20th centuryWood, aluminium, vegetable fibres and kaolinH.: 24 ; W.: 15 cm (without the locks)A monoxyle wooden woman's [...]
TRIBAL ARTS AFRICAN ART TRIBAL ARTSCULPTURECENTRAL AFRICALARGE BLACK BIRD MASK1ST HALF OF THE 20TH CENTURYLarge African mask with a black bird, in patinated/tinted carved wood.The black headdress is t[...]
African Axe/Adze From the 'Teke' Tribe of Congo - Africa - Late 19th Century - Ex. BRUNEAF 2007, Gallery Roger Bourahimou - Ex. Important Belgian private collection
Ngbaka/Mabo throwing knife, Congo, Central African Republic, circa 1900 Very good condition. Handle covered with fabric, itself covered with braiding. 32cm x 33cm Weight 323gr
miniature figure with head, Iginga (plural maringa) region of Maniema or Kivu used by members of the Bwami society during rituals It is made of bone shell wax. Very beautiful patina of use provenance [...]
Rare Bongo statue from South Sudan, it was originally at the top of a buried post but with erosion it probably came loose. Significant rutted patina due to a long stay outdoors, especially since it is[...]
Prestigious knife called ngondi - Congo, Central African Republic, Yakoma, Ngbandi... early 20th century This type of knife was found among many populations of Congo and Central Africa such as the Yak[...]
Za throwing knife - Ngbaka people, Central Africa, Congo, early 20th century or earlier Common name: za Wrought iron with remains of engravings on the face. The steel is oxidized. 45cm x 35cm Weight 5[...]
African glaive (short sword) - Chad, Sudan, 1st half of the 20th century A beautiful glaive of rustic but quality workmanship. Wooden handle. Locally forged double-edged blade. Wooden scabbard covered[...]
Antique miniature African passport mask in polychrome ceramic /2. Natural patinated pigments. Dimensions: Length: 11.5 cm. Width: 8.4 cm max. Depth: 6 cm. IN VERY GOOD USED CONDITION: as in the photos[...]
Very interesting Deble Senoufo statue, height 1.08 m, good condition. This type of statue was intended for the funerals of important members of the "Poro" society and was carried in procession by the [...]
Beautiful large Dogon maternity, height 70 cm, patina of use a little dry, traces of blows and wear. She is seated on a stool supported by small figures (a throne) proudly carrying her child, there wa[...]
Antique miniature African passport mask in polychrome ceramic /1 Beautiful polychromy of natural pigments. Dimensions: Length: 11.5 cm. Width: 7 cm max. Depth: 5 cm. IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. Shipping f[...]
Ethiopian fly swatter, origin Henry de Monfreid - Horn of Africa, 1st half of the 20th century Acquired at auction in Sceaux (France) in 2020 by the estate of Henry de Monfreid's granddaughter. Fly sw[...]
Beaked MaskMouth of the Sepik, New GuineaLate 19th - early 20th centuryWood and pigmentsH. 19 cm, L 10 cm Oval carved wooden mask with a beak-shaped nose, featuring a protruding ridge - which continu[...]
TRIBUTE ARTS-AFRICAN ARTS- SCULPTURERELIQUARY HEADCARVED WOOD FANG PEOPLEGABONCENTRAL AFRICA1ST HALF OF THE 20TH CENTURY Beautiful Fang reliquary head from Gabon, in carved wood. Very present, promine[...]
Rare... and Interesting ObjectsThe koteka is a traditional garment of certain societies in the New Guinea highlands, including the Baliem Valley in Western New Guinea and the Ok Tedi and Telefomin reg[...]
Beautiful prestige axe in wrought iron and copper - Songye, DRC, Zaire, early 20th century Wrought iron axe head engraved and inlaid with copper. Wooden handle covered with a copper leaf veneer. 39.5c[...]
Saber called ngondi - Congo, Central African Republic, Yakoma, Ngbandi... around 1900 This type of saber was found among many populations of Congo and Central Africa such as the Yakoma, Ngbandi, Sango[...]
Nkisi Congo statue, Collection of Doctor Jean Redor. Height: 54 cm If there is one term that fits Jean Redor like a glove, it is that of passionate. The years have changed nothing. This man has always[...]
Mahongwé Reliquary Kota Gabon COLLECTION OF DOCTOR REDOR. Height: 54 cm If there is one term that fits Jean Redor like a glove, it is that of passionate. The years have changed nothing. This man has a[...]
Ethiopian Shield - Abyssinia, Early 20th century or earlier. Wooden core covered with animal skin. Diameter approximately 50cm. Depth 24cm. Weight 1980g.
7 African edged weapons, from Henry de Monfreid - Horn of Africa, 1st half of the 20th century Acquired at auction in Sceaux (France) in 2020 by the inheritance of Henry de Monfreid's granddaughter. T[...]
Democratic Republic of Congo, Shoowa ethnic group, mid-20th century, very pretty Kasai velvet in braided raffia with harmoniously arranged geometric patterns. This very high-quality work is enhanced b[...]
Statue depicting a female figure sitting on a stool. This type of statue is called Iran. They represent a spirit (orebuko) created by the creator God. They therefore serve as a medium for humans to co[...]
Fetish depicting a female figure standing on a round base. One hand is placed above the genitals while the other is on the torso with the thumb raised. Small breasts are depicted. The facial expressio[...]
This pair of Ibedji male statuettes comes from the Yoruba tribe in West Africa, Nigeria. Among the Yoruba, twins and triplets hold a special place in society. Ibedji, also called Ere Ibeji (literally [...]
Ex-French Lelys Collection: Primitive African currencies are distinguished by a wide variety of forms, some of which evoke, in traditional art, true tribal sculptures of great beauty. In 1950s Nigeria[...]
Male statuette representing a standing nude figure, arms at his sides, supported by massive and powerful legs. The belly is round, and the chest is discreetly sculpted in relief. The face, with half-c[...]
Statuette carved in the natural forms of wood, representing a standing female figure, the face with a soft and internalized expression. The lips are slightly plateaued and the ears treated in relief. [...]
Interesting statuette probably coming from a stake or a totem (saw mark), polychromy, reattached wing and slightly mobile beak, height approximately 40 cm, used condition, circa 1950/60. The shape see[...]
Hopi Kachina Helmet Mask, height approximately 60 cm, remains a piece of attached rope and a fabric strap, at the bottom a fabric pad to protect the dancer, a chip at the bottom. Circa 1950.
Shell currency (fossil shell). This prestigious currency is exchanged during major events such as weddings, reconciliations, land exchanges, compensation, etc. The engraved notches on the upper part e[...]
This box, made of dark wood with a strong crusty patina, presents a masterfully carved lizard, with a relief effect, on the top of the box lid (the lizard being a symbol of fertility and abundance). T[...]
Dance rattle with bells made from peccary hooves. The handle is wrapped in hide and covered with blue and white beadwork, with a feather and animal hair at the end. REGION: Sioux, USA MATERIAL: Glass [...]
Oceanian statue in the Maprik region of the Abelam ethnic group in Papua New Guinea. A mountain people who remained unknown for a long time until the 1960s and 1970s. Dense wood sculpture featuring a [...]
Thick animal hide shield - Abyssinia, 19th early 20th century Probably made of hippopotamus hide. In fairly good condition. Traces of use. The handle moves. Diameter approximately 42cm Depth approxima[...]
African shield in thick animal skin - Abyssinia (Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea), 19th, early 20th century In average condition. Traces of use and fighting. Deformations. An old indigenous restoration. Di[...]
Large sickle saber - Zandé people, Congo DRC, early 20th century or earlier. A particularly large specimen compared to other sabers of the same type more commonly encountered. Wooden handle encircled [...]
Glaive (short sword) Saka - DRC Congo, 1st half of the 20th century The blade has a beautiful forging work. Wooden handle wrapped with a strip of metal and covered with a copper sheet plating; Good co[...]
Mongo short sword - Central Africa, Congo I think it can be dated from the 1920s to the 1950s. Wooden handle entwined with a copper band. Length 49.5cm Blade length 32.5cm Weight 482gr
Fang Crossbow - Gabon, Congo, 1st half of the 20th century or earlier Crossbow of the Fang and related populations. In good condition with a nice patina. The bow has some play. Dimensions 107cm x 51cm[...]
Ancestor Bulul, rice deity. Male figure, squatting, arms crossed and hands on knees, wise expression of the face turned towards the ground. This deity has a protective and beneficial power. Placed in [...]
The term oliphant (whose etymology comes from oliphant for elephant), designates a trunk, a single-note "musical" instrument that can be modulated by the blower and was used during battles. Carved mos[...]
Dogon totem statue from Mali, height 60 cm and 70 with the black oak base. Magnificent example of Dogon art in its purest and most modern form with its very cubist stylized geometric shapes. Important[...]
A beautiful Fang hunter's set including crossbow - Central Africa, Gabon, 1st half of the 20th century The set includes a crossbow, a wicker game bag and an animal skin satchel. The crossbow has a sup[...]
Large wooden Satimbé mask with remains of polychromy and a crusty ritual patina. Dogon, Mali. Part reattached to the base of the headdress and a small loss to the labret of the female crest sculpture.[...]
Bronze royal head of Ife art. This art spread to Benin, where its expression peaked in the 15th century and ceased at the end of the 19th century following the British military expedition of 1897.
small figure bearing a jar some lack at the rightleg and top of the jar .nice glossy patinai bought it as a bembe figure not sure of that it should rather be bashilele Ilebo aera (rdc) provenance [...]
Statue depicting a male figure seated on a stool. The overall appearance exudes a certain hieratic posture. The construction of this statue is very beautiful. The artist knew how to play with curves a[...]
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