Female altar figure of the Izzi from the Igbo populations, south-east of Nigeria.« We know very little of the context and the meaning of the altar statues of northeastern Igbo populations. At most it [...]
Beautiful terracotta from the Mangbetus ethnic groupe, at the north of Congo’s Democratic republic, accompanied with a small flat lid and ornated with the caracteristic spiral pattern of the Mangbetu [...]
Ritual mask of the Sherdukpen, a mountain people of Buddhist and animist tradition living on the border of Bhutan. This mask embodied a protective or demonic entity during shamanic dances and winter c[...]
Carved volcanic stone sculpture depicting a stylised frog, a symbol associated with fertility, rain, and renewal in Pre-Columbian cultures.
Executed in dense porous lava stone with simple geometric m[...]
Ofo fetish, Igbo, Nigeria, height 42.5 cmOfo fetishes from Nigeria: symbols of justice and spiritual powerOriginating from the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, Ofo fetishes are sacred objects, oft[...]
Tuareg dromedary saddle called Tarik in wood with cruciform pommel covered in leather. A prestigious object which marks the rank of its rider, it dates from the 1960s and has reached us in fairly good[...]
Painting an oil on canvas Aboriginal art from Australia, annotations on the back: artist Margaret Davis .....dimensions 30 cm by 30 cm ...For any questions 0778337598
Antique cast bronze sculpture from Benin. Young woman with tribal hairstyle. It is believed to date between the 18th and early 19th centuries. The natural patina and sculptural quality suggest an earl[...]
Set of three 18th-century Indonesian spoons made of coconut shell, silver, and black coral for the handle. In very good original condition. Price for all three.
BAOULÉ WHIP braided leather whip with a wooden handle with engraved decorations and adorned with a beautiful head. Baoulé, Ivory Coast Wood and braided leather. Very beautiful patina of use Late 19th[...]
DOGON statuette - origin MALI - 1850 - 1900 - Statue with arms raised towards the sky to call for rain, a sign of invocation to NOMMO ancestral genius of the waters. This posture is a common trait bet[...]
Another beautiful wooden sculpture by Roger Favin. Unsigned work. Dimensions: 17 cm high x 14 cm wide x 15 cm deep. In good condition, some woodworm marks, treated wood, see photos
Beautiful Hopi Kachina doll hand-carved from cottonwood root, hand-painted with traditional pigments and adorned with real feathers. It most likely represents Angwusnasomtaka, known as Crow Mother, a [...]
Traditional African sculpture carved from dense black wood, most likely ebony. It depicts a group of interlocking human figures in a vertical composition evoking family or tribal unity. The large face[...]
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Ligron or Pontvallain, a money box to break with characteristics close to Ligron pottery. However, several potters worked in the village of Pontvallain and were in contact with other centers of Sarthe[...]
Imposing ritual mask made of carved wood and natural pigments, from the Sepik region of Papua New Guinea. This tribal work is distinguished by its powerful expression, reinforced by the protrusive vol[...]
Makonde Body Mask For Fertility Early 1900s Made by the Makonde people between Tanzania and Mozambique, this mask was part of the costume young dancers wore when participating in an initiation ceremon[...]
Superb Senufo anklet, Ivory Coast, Africa, Very beautiful deep patina, Boat pot shape, the anchors are 3-sided, Relief decoration on both sides in stylized shape, Weight: 595 gr, Dimensions: Height: 8[...]
Exceptional bronze sculpture "Queen" - the art of Benin, Nigeria. Life-size bust of a queen with a detailed headdress and neck rings, created by an unknown artist.DETAILS:Dimensions: width L- ~25 cm, [...]
Polychrome ceramic bowl resting on three feet, decorated with a set of red, ochre, and cream geometric motifs applied to the interior and exterior of the container. The shapes used—vertical bands, dot[...]
A unique piece of spirituality and tradition, this authentic Nepalese shamanic mask is made from yak leather.
This extraordinary object represents the craftsmanship and symbolism deeply rooted in the[...]
Volcanic stone sculpture representing a stylized human figure in a frontal and squat posture. The arms pressed against the body, the slightly flared legs, and the refined head reflect a traditional st[...]
Small African mask carved from an elephant's nail. Probably from the Congo, Pende people. Perhaps a passport mask. Work from the mid-20th century, very beautiful patina.
Impressive Theyyam Dancers Headdress, Kerala India, circa 1920
Finely carved hardwood, carved with the figures of: Goddess Laxmi flanked by two elephants, with several inscriptions in the Tullu langu[...]
Ebrié ethnic group (Ivory Coast). Open bracelet with three bronze bells. Decorated with waves and diamonds. Good condition. Inner diameter: 8 cm. Outer width: 13.5 cm. Height: 5.5 cm.
African dignitary's seat in carved wood depicting a seated figure supporting the upper seat with his outstretched arms. Finely engraved geometric motifs decorate the seat, base, and the figure's cloth[...]
African crest in carved wood depicting two human figures seated back to back on a stylized geometric structure evoking an animal. Probably originating from West or Central Africa, this ceremonial piec[...]
African carved wooden helmet, attributable to the Marka (or Bamana) ethnic group of Mali. This type of mask, often used in initiation ceremonies or rites of passage, has a slender structure with a fac[...]
Double-sided amulet representing the Die Bes. He is standing, naked, his hands resting on his thighs. The head with its grimacing, bearded face and marked features is topped with five tall feathers. S[...]
Used as a dance paddle during ceremonies and an emblem of power reserved for chiefs intended to symbolically direct the canoe or the group. A rare example carved from dense wood using archaic tools, i[...]
Large paddle of Dayak culture*, originating from the Borneo Islands (Indonesia - Southeast Asia), made of wood carved with geometric and stylized patterns, from the early 20th century. This paddle is [...]
A beautiful African tribal art bronze statue, "Yoruba" or "Ife" divination cup between Nigeria and Benin, called The cup carrier with children on the lid for fertility offerings. Height: 34 cm Length:[...]
Spectacular necklace probably of tribal origin, belonging to the traditional crafts of nomadic peoples such as the Kushis or Pashtuns. It is mainly composed of low-grade silver plates, worked with rel[...]
The most important silver and metal making tradition in the Caucasus region was that of Kubachi, an old mining village where generations of craftsmen produced the most beautiful silver and pottery "ni[...]
Belt with 26 Conchos
Navajo, USA, c. 1940
Leather and silver
Length: 98 cm
Gross weight: 152 grams
Brown leather belt mounted with twenty-five concho coins - all minted in the late 1930s or [...]
VENTE A PRIX COUTANT:
Rare Carved Wooden Warrior's Staff
With traces of polychromy,
Hollowed out on the back, and showing the face
Three-quarter angle…
The attached object is a carved woo[...]
Rare large basket for the collection of medicinal herbs, Dayak, Boenéo, Indonesia early 20th century. The basket is in excellent condition and is decorated with the same pattern on three sides and a d[...]
Type: African Statuette Artist: Claude de Muzac Main material: Ivory Style/Era: 20th century Shape/color: African woman's head in ivory on a square marbled brown base Dimensions/Size: 5 cm x 15 cm Wei[...]
4 Figurative statues of Filipino colonial tribes carved in wood with original painting and traditional costumes
Early 20th century
Height each 40.5 cm
Good condition
Very beautiful Amazonian headdress (diadem). Large golden yellow feathers of ara aratinga on two hoops of palm fibers and held by cotton threads.
At the top three beautiful red feathers of ara chloro[...]
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