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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Igbo Female Figure Presenting Breasts Nigeria Africa, Type of Object, Sculpture. Alusi Shrine Figure Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Igbo, ... moreMaterials, Wood. Pigment, cotton cloth, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 25.5 inches x 7 inches, Overall Condition, Poor.  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks throughout the body. Some cracks with repairs(see feet, arms) chipped hairstyle, stains, Additional Information: This marvelously carved and old figure comes from the Igbo people. This sculpture has the body patterned with local traditions of scarification known as âIchi marksâ cut into their foreheads signifying their status as an adult Igbo person. The white color of the face shows the figure to be a spirit and the red color placed on the legs adds an aesthetic quality. The Crest depicting traditional Igbo hairstyles surmounts the head. Scarification covers the face and the abdomen identifying the figure as a mature and senior woman of great beauty as do the bracelets. This sculpture shows some age as it has been repainted a number of times over the years. Though eroded by time and termites this sculpture reflects the skills of the Igbo artist in creating images capable of speaking to us over time and distance. Compromising one of the largest ethnic groupings in Nigeria the Igbo are well known for their sculptural tradition and vibrant masking performances. Living north of the Niger River their art has an extended history reaching back at least 14 hundred years to the wonderful bronzes found at Igbo Ukwu demonstrating a sculpture tradition that extends to the present. Igbo
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States Works sculptures such as this were once combined in ancestral ensembles comprising four to seven figures wrapped in textiles fastened around their shoulders ... moreand lower body. Individual sculptures were named after the particular ancestors they evoked. It seems that the largest and most impressive of the works in sculptures particular group was invariably also the oldest, depicting a founding ancestor. That sculpture, it has been suggested, served as the model or prototype for the others, which represented successive generations of chiefs..
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 32.5/12 Sold without stand The creation of this sculpture involved the collaborative efforts of several Kongo specialists. Initially, a sculptor ... morefashioned an empty figure which was then imbued with power by a second specialist—the nganga. The nganga inserted bilongo, a combination of animal, plant, and mineral substances, into specific locations within the figure to create the nkisi, or power figure. The nkisi nkondi, a nkisi brimming with hardware, was employed by the nganga in ceremonies that maintained law and order for the community. Each piece of metal in the nkisi nkondi served as both a permanent record of an event and a deterrent against future crimes..
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States For further details, please visit the item description at our Website(click on the image above) Kuba Female Figural Palm Wine Cup( DR Congo) Description: ... moreFrom our personal collection. On offer is this charming palm wine cup from the Kuba peoples of the DR Congo. Symbols of status, such cups often feature the geometric motifs& patterns the Kuba are so well known for, as is the case with this piece. An imaginative, somewhat abstract concept, the head of this vessel is supported by the neck& legs of a stylized female figure. The face, back& top of the head, are highlighted by beautifully carved& incised geometric motifs. A handle is found at the back of the piece. Overall condition: very good; minor abrasions. A marvelous piece that would grace any ethnographic collection. Materials: wood Approximate dimensions: 8.75" H x 4.5" W x 3" D Estimated age: 30+ years Total shipping weight: ca. 4-lbs. All sales final. Payment must be made within 4 days of end of auction/sale. All items carefully packed. shipped promptly after payment received/cleared. Unless otherwise specified in the item description, shipping to the U.S. will generally be via USPS Priority Mail or USPS Parcel Post. Expedited shipping upgrade is available& optional(please contact seller for adjusted shipping fees) Will ship worldwide, with international shipping rates to be determined by buyer's location. Insurance optional/additional, based on final sale price. Seller not responsible for any damages incurred during shipping nor for any Customs-related fees for non-U.S. shipments. Buyer is requested to contact seller within 2 days of close of auction to confirm payment plans& shipping preferences.
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$8.70 Shipping Location: Ashburn, United States Hand Carved Wooden Road Runner Figure Sculpture Mid Century Modern MCM, may be Rosewood.
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$35.00 Shipping Location: La Louvière, Belgium Cute decorative sculpture.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States African figurine This collector's item is a portrayal of a woman and her African Antique figurine child, depicted with a dumbbell in the Ashanti view. ... moreIt was created using the now-extinct disappearing wax technique, which adds to its value as a rare and unique artifact. .
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$18.05 Shipping Location: Wiscasset, United States A Chi Wara headdress figure from the Bambara people of Mali. It is of an unusual small size, 13 1/2" tall by 5 1/2" wide, and includes, in the middle ... moreof the carving, what appears to me to be the head of a snake figure. It has an appealing, un-touched surface. There is one clumsy glue repair midway up the body of the snake, but no other condition problems. Probably first half of the 20th century.
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$23.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States Ibeji are considered sacred children and thought to be the bearers of magic power and might among the Yoruba. The Yoruba people of central Nigeria have ... morean amazingly high rate of twin births.
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Free Shipping Location: Jersey City, United States The heart of Sao territory is now inhabited by their direct and undisputed descendants, the Kotoko. Chad- Sao Rider. Studies on the subject show that ... moreall human or animal representations had a ritual use.
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$116.05 Shipping Location: Jupiter, United States MAGNIFICENT AND VERY RARE ZIGUA Tribe. Anthropomorphic Figure(Tanzania) Such extraordinary figures were used during initiations as visual teaching aids ... moreand sometimes represent ancestors and spirits. Item Description Tribe: ZIGUA Country: Tanzania The ZIGUA people live in North-East Tanzania alongside Pare. Chaga, Shamba tribes. Until recently, very little research existed about the artistic output of this area which apparently shows a strong stylistic relationship with the Malagasy and Batak aesthetic coming from Indonesia. It is quite characteristic that clay and wood figures coming from this region are covered with a piece of cloth or leather impregnated with liquid substances giving them‘mummified’ look. They tend to be hollowed so that magic substances can be inserted. Such figures are used during initiation ceremonies into secret societies or by healers during curing rites. The ZIGUA produce more realistic artifacts than other tribes in their region. Their wooden statues are similar to SUKUMA who live in Central-Western Tanzania. This statue is made of hard wood and cloth impregnated with some sort of natural liquid resin. Surface shows that they were used in conjunction with various potions which clearly left behind marks and rich patina. Though it can’t stand on its own but has to be placed next to some supporting object or surface(wall) it still radiates energy and dynamism. Immensely aged, it has scratches, marks, cracks, combination of which are giving particular strength in appearance(even scary) making it an excellent decorator’s piece. If you are looking for a'tourist' or contemporary memorabilia work, this is not the right choice for you. Please note that the payment must be processed before shipping and that such shipping is at buyer's expense(actual cost) Shipping to mainland US is $42.00. Provenance: Chipata. Zambia(Eastern Province) Condition: The item is in Good Condition with signs of age/weather(as described above) and various minor signs of use. Wear and tear. A real“Museum”
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$9.89 Shipping Location: Saint Petersburg, United States Authentic "gorgeous form" early 20th century West Africa, Burkina Faso, Mossi Tribe fertility doll. Dolls such as these were given to young Mossi girls ... moreas a toy doll but also to prepare her for motherhood.
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$29.98 Shipping Location: United States Baule Ivory Coast Standing figure sports trophy Akan wood carving pigment 18" Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 ... moreBaule Ivory Coast Standing figure· sports trophy· Akan wood carving· pigment· 18 inches tall This is an interesting combination of traditional carving and current practice. We have a sports trophy from the Ivory Coast– the head is a typical Akan carving– the form follows Western trophy design. But instead of a cast piece this is a wood carving. The figure is in sports costume– A Baule carving in a contemporary setting. Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
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Free Shipping Location: Quakertown, United States This is a very fine old carved wooden "Mwana Hiti" or Fertility doll from Tanzania, Africa.
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$32.99 Shipping Location: Los Angeles, United States Sogo bo, the puppet masquerade drama of the Bamana, is an exploration of the moral universe. Reference: The Sogow by Mary Jo Arnoldi in Bamana: The Art ... moreof Existence in Mali. New York: Museum of African Art.
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$49.20 Shipping Location: Milford, United States The wooden sculpture remains as it was found in the North Shore, Massachusetts finely appointed estate where it was removed from. Often, we see much more ... moremodern, contemporary facsimiles of these real, authentic and original, early 20th century antique Wes t A fri can hand carved wooden fertility sculptures, with lobed heads and stylized and concentrated facial features on only the lower third of the upper face.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Jem practices are directed to the life issues of disease, death, and misfortune, which they can cause and cure. The Chamba are a small group living south ... moreof the Benue River in Northern Nigeria in an area of mixed art and influences.
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$11.97 Shipping Location: Absecon, United States This is a Ogboni society ceremonial piece or was used as a status symbol. It was made in the 1920's by the Yoruba tribe and depicts a seated Ruler. There ... moreare over 50 pieces with a focus on ceremonial, ritual and spiritual tools and also a collection of West African currency manilla bracelets.
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$18.00 Shipping Location: Canada PLEASE READ AUCTION DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING ALONG WITH TERMS OF SALE. THANK YOU! This auction is for this pair of 2 antique carved wood african ... moresculptures nude falic figures. Take a look at the pictures for more close-up details& a more accurate description. Everything pictured above is included. Found at the estate& pictured above: heights = about 12 1/2- 13 inches lengths = about 3- 3 2/8 inches widths = about 3 1/2- 3 2/8 inches Go to my auction list and see all of similar auctions. Please note. 1 to 3 digit number at the beginning of the lead line is a stock number for our reference only. When asking questions you can use Ebay item number or stock number for your convenience. Thank you! Good luck and happy bidding! To calculate your shipping price. Please click on"shipping and payments" above on this auction page and enter your location* Items will be shipped within 4 business days within receiving the payment through paypal. If for any reason you have a need for an item faster. Please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to work things out to get the item to you. Shipping costs are for standard shipping. Insurance are extra and may be required depending on the item. If you wish your item shipped priority please let us know, though the charge will be higher for priority mail. All items are shipped directly through Ebay and Paypal. The tracking number will then be found directly within your auction under shipping status. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions. We will get back to you within 24 hours. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will accept returns for a full refund less shipping and handling if for any reason the item received is different from the item described in the auction. We will not and cannot accept returns based on buyers remorse. Please ask any and all questions before bidding. Buyers who ret
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Baule wood carvings are a traditional form of art originating from the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa. Skilled Baule artisans create a wide ... morerange of wooden sculptures, primarily using a type of hardwood known as iroko.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Luba Hemba Female Figure On Stand DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Luba Standing Female Figure. DR Congo, African, Country of Origin, DR Congo, ... morePeople, Luba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 19.5 inches H. x 3 inches W Overall Condition, fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old insect damage arested. Craks in arm and base,chips from insect damage n head 9Frontand back Additional Information: This female figure comes from the Luba people. with Hemba influence(see coiffure) This figure is characterized by 3 elongated face and body large head. An elaborate coiffure, and hands resting on the abdomen embellished with keloid scarification on the abdomen. Many of Luba sculpture depict a female person. It is through woman that the continuity of the clan is ensured. It is through woman that the ancestor reveals himself anew in the child" see Neyt, F. Luba, 1994) The woman gives life and nourishes the community. Female figures are considered to embody the spirits guarantor of fecundity and well-being of members of the community. The Luba excel at the veneration of feminine beauty and motherhood. And much of their skillfully crafted artworks, like this exquisite headrest, reflect this ideal. The history of the Luba can be traced back at least 500 years. And they have dominated much of southern part of the Congo during most of this time span. At the height of their expansion their empire stretched east all the way to Lake Tanganyika. Luba Society is still a large culture, numbering about 1,000,000, and their influence remains significant. While there are dozens of ar
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Free Shipping Location: New York, United States This Bakongo Nkisi Nkondi figure is a unique piece of African art that is handcrafted from wood. The figure has been used and may have minor imperfections, ... moreas seen in the photos. The approximate age of the statue is unknown and there is no ownership history available. This particular piece was made by the Bakongo people in the DR Congo. The Nkisi Nkondi figure is a nail fetish and has been used in traditional African spiritual practices. This statue is 11 inches tall and is a great addition to any collection of African art.
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$8.85 Shipping Location: New York, United States I suspect this is bronze, but not sure. Largest: 3" 2/8 x 3" x 2" 1/2.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Igbo Personal shrine-Ikenga Figure, Type of Object, Shrine piece, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Igbo, Materials, wood. Pigment, Approximate ... moreAge, Mid/second half 20th century, Dimensions, 16.5 inches H. x 4.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Broken arm. Old insect damage arrested, cracks in head, in torso, in carved skirt and in base, worn patina, chips in places, Additional Information: A well used carving from the Igbo people that belongs to the category of Ikenga shrine pieces. As it is shown on this example. Most Ikenga are generally sculpted as a male anthropomorphic figure with rams horns rising vertically from the head and holding staff or knife in hands. An Ikenga is a personal shrine dedicated to the individualâs courage and physical strength. It comes from the Igbo of Nigeria who are the largest tribal grouping along the lower Niger River and the Niger Delta Region. Igbo art is diverse in its many forms. Materials, and use, and is broken into a number of sub-styles based upon history and the local physical environment. Much of their art is open to public view where the Igbo are reminded of their ancestors and of the various spirits of the Igbo pantheon of gods. Kept in personal shrines, Ikenga honor the success of an individual in business or battle or will honor their social standing. They incorporate a personâs spirit, his abilities, his familyâs prestige as well as his ancestors. Offerings are made of chalk and cola nut. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 73541* All content. Including pict
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$39.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Bassa Seated Female Figure Liberia, Type of Object, Carving. Statue, Country of Origin, Liberia, People, Bassa, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate ... moreAge, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, 17.5 inches x 7 inches, Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old insect damage arrested. Chips and holes, patina worn away in places, Additional Information: This wooden seated Female figure is carved in a strong style typical to the Bassa people.Figures among the Bassa are rare.They are usually attributed to the Dan and show traits that are evidence of a mixture of sources and cultures as figures play a prominent role among other Liberian and Sierra Leone an people including the Dan and Mende. This example is a pure Bassa sculpture. Features on Bassa figures are more angular or cubist than the Dan or Mende figures. This figure with horns depicts a dwarf. Very uncommon in Africa. The head and face of this figure are carved in a similar manner as the better known Bassa masks called Geh-naw that dances in graceful and feminine movements to accompany the boys when they return to their village after having been initiated into the male society. The elaborate braided hairstyle and distinctive scarification on the forehead and the breasts are signs that the figure represents a mature or initiate female. The patina shows trace of pigment which indicates the figure was extensively used in one or several rituals. The Bassa have several female and male societies. Including chu-den-zo, to whom gela(geh-naw) The Bassa are relatives of the Dan, who live to their northeast, mostly in Cote d'Ivoire. They have absorbed
$20.30 Shipping Location: Antioch, United States An expressive Lobi figure on a heavy metal base. Carved from a solid hardwood, the figure measures 14” tall. From a large California Bay Area estate collection.
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$8.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a beautiful African Bronze Lobi Tribe Fetish Statue.
Free Shipping Location: 's-Gravenhage - Laakhaven-Oost, Netherlands Made by theBaule /Baoule People, Akan, of Cote D'Ivoire, West Africa. the statue has not been chasted, his phallus is present and covered with a textile ... moreloincloth,that goes underneath him, through a space between his bottom and the stool.
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$5.01 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is an unusual fine, old Zaroma Hiti Fertility Doll from the Wajaramo tribe in Tanzania. The ‘doll’ itself is special. Note the abstract, cylindrical ... morefemale body shape with the two small bulging breasts.
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$33.00 Shipping Location: Canada If it’s not the case, it will be clearly specified for parts.
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$6.05 Shipping Location: Brooklyn, United States Vintage Nigeria Bronze Ceremonial Yoruba Ogboni Shrine Figure Pendant Measures approximately 3.3/4 x 0.1/2”Pre-owned Please see the pictures Pictures ... moreare part of description Feel free to contact us if you have any questions Thank you.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Large Old and Rare Tribal us. Expressive african figure from the Bakongo. Congo, with a cavity for medicne in the back. Such small figures are used for ... morepersonal protection and are often carried hidden. Hand carved from a single piece of wood. Height: 25 cm. ed African mask from Igbo. Nigeria. Hand carved from a single piece of wood. With color pigments. Height: 64 cm. Living mainly in the forested areas of south-west Nigeria. On both sides of the Niger River the Igbo number some ten million individuals. Mainly farmers and merchants, they also hunt and fish. They are subdivided into thirty-three subgroups and are spread out among about two hundred villages scattered through the thick forest or semifertile marshland. Only on the northern and western edges of the area, under influence from Igala and Benin, are hereditary rulers found. The heads of families form the council of elders, which shares its power with numerous secret societies. These societies exercise great political and social influence. They are highly hierarchical, their members passing from one level to the next. There is strong social pressure toward individual distinction, and men can move upward through successive grades by demonstrating their achievements and their generosity. The lack of overall centralization among the Igbo-speaking peoples has been conducive to the development of a great variety of art styles and cultural practices. The earliest sculpture known from Igboland is from the village of Ibo Ukwu. Where the grave of a man of distinction and a ritual store, dating from the 9th century AD, contained both chased copper objects and elaborate castings of leaded bronze. Ibo sculpture is subject to rather strict rules: the figures are generally frontal, symmetrical, and upright, with legs slightly spread, arms held away from the body, and hands stretched forward, palms open. Proportions are true to
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Fetishes gained. power and were effective because people believed in them.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States The Baule have types of sculpture that none of the other Akan peoples possess. Baule statues are usually standing on a base with legs slightly bent, and ... moretheir elongated necks supporting a face with typically raised scarification and bulging eyes.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 31.7/13.2 -Stand not included This Unique Piece Of Art Is A Vintage Wooden Mask Carving From The Bozo Culture In Mali, West Africa. It Is A ... morePuppet Mask Sculpture That Depicts A Majestic Snapper Fish Marionette.bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Society. Striated Mask,.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Yoruba Shango Dance Wand with Kneeling Female Figure Nigeria African, Type of Object, Artifact. Staff, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, ... moreMaterials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 19 inches H. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, wear. Chipped breasts, scratches, Yoruba Shango Dance Wand(Oshe Shango) Additional Information: This well carved Yoruba dance wand is carved with a kneeling female figure supporting the double axe. Symbol of Shango, and holding a container. Among the Yoruba people of Nigeria a complex combination of myth and religion explains history. Categorizes natural phenomenon and establishes various deities. Shango. Who was once a human King, became an orisha, a God. Shango who was the fourth King of Oyo-Ile. On this staff. The devotee is kneeling, which is a position of respect, devotion, and submission. She is holding the double axe on the top known as joined stone tools symbolizes shango's lightning and his dualities as creator and destroyer, and recalls the Shango symbol associated with thunder and lightening. This object was used as a dance wand carried by devotees of the Shango. The Yoruba thunder god. Shango is a complex deity who creates and destroys. Who through his powers causes lightning and flash and thunder to crash. âThe dance wand is carried at the annual festival. The staff will be danced with a dramatic mime of lightning striking the ground portraying the potential of power of the thunder god Shango" Daniel Mato and Chelsea Cooksey, Yoruba: Art of Life. The Bennett-Luther Collection, p. 21, fig.5) Recommended Reading: Daniel Mato and Chelsea Cooksey. Yoruba: Art of Life. The Bennett-Luther Collection. 74047* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Af
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$9.43 Shipping Location: Absecon, United States There are over 50 pieces with a focus on ceremonial, ritual and spiritual tools and also a collection of West African currency manilla bracelets. Condition: ... moreThere is a large split in one of the dolls and both of their nose have worn nose from touch.
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$11.97 Shipping Location: Absecon, United States They are ceremonial pieces used in the cult of Eshu. Each is hand carved of a lightweight wood painted with laundry blue coloring and they have the original ... moreblack leather fringe decorations around the ends of the handle.
$6.99 Shipping Location: New York, United States African Kotoko Horseman. The Total Weight For Kotoko is, 4.15 OZ. YOU GET ONE OF THE KOTOKO IN THE PICTURES.
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$7.99 Shipping Location: Chisago City, United States Gorgeous dark wood color.
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$18.95 Shipping Location: Loveland, United States This is a charming old African sculpture of an Old Bwete Reliquary Guardian Figure from the Kota tribe in Gabon. This unique and rare figure is crafted ... morefrom of wood, metal and other materials and stands at 20 inches tall. It has a different face on each side adding to its allure. Add this amazing piece to your collection today! I have other items listed.Shipping in the continental US only. No PO Boxes please. Adult signature required upon delivery. All items canceled after payment will be charged a 10% restocking fee.
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Free Shipping Location: Quakertown, United States Skuma or related ethnic group, Tanzania, Africa. Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, Maryland.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Fetishes gained. power and were effective because people believed in them.
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$10.98 Shipping Location: United States Pende woodcarvings are characterized by their bold, stylized features and intricate details. Many Pende woodcarvings are used in ceremonial and ritual ... morecontexts, such as during initiation rites and funerals.
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$79.98 Shipping Location: United States The practice of "voodoo" in the Caribbean and the United States is, of course, an African import, brought across the Atlantic by would-be slaves. Vodun ... moreis a uniquely African path: to peace with the unknown, with nature, and with other people.".
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$34.99 Shipping Location: Alachua, United States The dark tone of the native wood adds depth to the fine detail carving of the hair, beard and body. This original and authentic ethnographic piece has ... morebeen expertly chisel cut from a single block of a dense hardwood and is a perfect addition to any collection of world sculpture.
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$55.00 Shipping Location: Pittsburgh, United States She sits on a old fabric blanket that has dangling bead strands, each ending with cowry shells and what appears to be twisted copper rings. Underneath ... morethe horse is a large shell and everything is attached to a fabric covered base.
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$13.30 Shipping Location: Williams, United States This Baule made artifact is in great tribally used condition with slight wear and two natural cracks in the wood from the process of the wood drying out ... moreafter it was carved.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Country of Origin, Mali, People, Bamana, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, ... moreHeight: 10.25 inches, Overall Condition, poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, dents. Chips, shallow cracks, old insect danage arrested, Bamana Female Figure Jonyele Mali Africa Additional Information: A standing Female figure from the Bamana of Mali. Figures such as this represent a beautiful young woman. A maiden. She is identified as being a"Jonyeleni" a member of the Jo society, a woman's and men's initiation society among the Bamana. Young women will carry sculptures such as this from village to village indicating that they are no longer children, but mature women ready and available for marriage. This takes place on a seven year cycle. These sculptures, carried by the young women, serve as paradigms of beauty and well being, reflecting the physical attributes of ideal beauty. This idealization of beauty is reflected in the firmness of the body, the pointed breasts, as well as the markings throughout the body. This figure also characterizes the essence of womanhood and of social cohesion that results from the order and structure of the Jo woman's society. The Jonyeleni figure represents the aesthetic ideal of youthful beauty allied to the characterization of an ideal society of order and structure. For wonderful examples and more information, see BAMANA-THE ART OF EXISTENCE IN MALI. Edited by Colleyn. 60867* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been s
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 24.5/9 Stand not included African Tribal Art Wooden Carved Mask, Ivory Coast, between Senfra and Bouaflé region, of hollow oval form, a wide ... moreWooden Carved Mask open mouth beneath a narrow nose framed by bulging slit eyes Wooden Carved Mask with high Wooden Carved Mask arched brows, scarification marks underneath the eyes, big circular ears, a female Wooden Carved Mask stands above the grooved hairline grasping curved horns Wooden Carved Mask, pierced through at the rim for attachment.
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Gabon: Extremly Rare Old Tribal used African Fang figure in bed.
Gabon: Extremly Rare Old Tribal used African Fang figure in bed. Hand carved from a single piece of wood. Height: 66 cm. The people that are called“Fang” in the geographic or ethnographic literature number 800.000 and constitute a vast mosaic of village communities, established in a large zone of Atlantic equatorial Africa comprising Cameroon, continental equatorial Guinea and nearly the whole north of Gabon, on the right bank of the Ogowe River. Historically the Fang were itinerant, and it is relatively recently that they have settled into this broad area. The migratory existence of the Fang prohibited the creation of ancestral shrines at gravesites. Instead, the remains of the important dead, in the form of the skull and other bones, were carried from place to place in a cylindrical bark box. The great rain forest region where the Fang ... moresettled is a plateau of middle altitude, cut by innumerable waters with falls and rapids rendering navigation for the most part impossible, and with a climate typically equatorial. Fang are principally hunters but also agriculturists. Their social structure is based on a clan, a group of individuals with a common ancestor, and on the family.
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VINTAGE WOODEN AFRICAN AMERICAN DANCIN DAN FIGURE
Up for bids today is this VINTAGE WOODEN AFRICAN AMERICAN DANCIN DAN FIGURE in good condition little paint loss but has cracks in paint blemish on arm as shown in PIC#2. Bends well stick good measures almost 12 inches tall very decorative a fabulous toy find ready for use or display, THANKS a million for looking here. Steve 37,RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28d03%3C%3E37-13ea1258fd8-0xfe-
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Very Old Akan Shrine idol,Colon figure, African Tribal Art
Very Old Akan Shrine idol.Colon figure, African Tribal Art Very Old carved wooden female figure from the Akan(or related peoples) Ghana. West Africa. This female idol is such a wonderful looking example. With elaborate coiffure and serene facial features. This statue shows great age and evidence of ritual use, with heavy kaolin depoists consistent with use over many yearsm the facial features have softened from handling and applications of various sacrificial material. I have no doubt this is a genuine old example. It will make a stunning accent in your home or office ethnic decor. The figure measures 9 inches tall and has a 2 lb shipping weight. Posted with
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Vintage African Wood Carved Figure Ghana ?
Vintage African Wood Carved Figure Was Suggested Ghana? Fertility? Cannot I.D. Tribe or Country Detailed Carving Does Show Wear Any Info On This Would Be Appreciated 8" Tall by 2" Wide Head With 2.25" Believe To Be From 1970's Estate Find From Many Years Ago Ships USA Smoke Free Home Used-Personal Item No Returns Any Questions Please Ask
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Hand Crafted Carved Wood African Tribal Figure Man with Wlaking Stick
You are bidden on a hand carved wooden figure made in Kenya. Africa. This figure which measures approximately 16 inches high, is of a tribal gentleman with walking stick. Paper label to base has come loose but reads: Made in Kenya Hand Carved. Will ship worldwide. Shipping to Canada $18.50 USD. Shipping to USA $18.00 USD. International shipping(excluding USA) $42.00 USD. Note: This is one of two statues I will be listing and if both are purchased by the same individual. I will offer a discount on the total shipping costs.
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African Art-Fertility Figure with Raffia- with MUSEUM Provenance
OFFERED TODAY IS A FERTILITY FIGURE WITH RAFFIA THAT ALSO CAME FROM THE BOCA RATON MUSEUM OF ART. I BELIEVE IT IS COMPOSED OF STRETCHED ANIMAL SKIN. PIGMENT, STRAW, AND WOOD, TWINE. THE PIECE SHOWS SIGNS OF AGE AND THERE IS A CRACK IN THE WOOD RUNNING DOWN THE LENGTH OF THE FACE. SOME SMALL TEARS IN THE SKIN OR FABRIC ARE ALSO PRESENT. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE AUTHENTICALLY ANTIQUE, 100 YEARS OR MORE) BUT CANNOT SWEAR TO IT. EXACT ORIGIN IS UNKNOWN. DIMENSIONS: TALL 15 INCHES WITHOUT INCLUDING RAFFIA WIDTHS: ROUGHLY 8 INCHES WITHOUT INCLUDING RAFFIA. SELLER SHIPS DOMESTICALLY AND PAYS SHIPPING TO THE 48 STATES. SELLER TAKES PAYPAL ONLY AND HAS A 14 DAY MONEY BACK REFUND POLICY. PAPERWORK FROM KODNER AUCTION COMPANY OR ESTATE AUCTION COMPANY WILL ACCOMPANY SHIPMENT DESIGNATING THIS PIECE AS COMING FROM THE BMA(BOCA RATON MUSEUM OF ART)
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South African Infantry 9th Scottish Division Somme1916.Superbly painted figure
1st South African Infantry Brigade Somme 1916 For auction is a superbly painted resin figure which stands 150mm tall inclusive of wooden base. This item has been painted by me to a meticulously high standard. The model represents a Lance corporal of the South African Infantry Brigade which was attached to the 9th(Scottish) Division at the time of the Battle of the Somme 1916. I am currently in the process of making room and will be painting many similar figures. If anyone requires any specific figures painted then please feel free to contact me on
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Tikar Clay God Male Figure Raised Arms Hanging Tongue Cameroon African
Title, Tikar Clay God Male Figure Raised Arms Hanging Tongue Cameroon African, Type of Object, Clay Figure, Country of Origin, Cameroon Grasslands, People, Tikar, Materials, Clay, Dimensions, 8.5 inches H. Overall Condition, good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, indigenous repair in one arm. Chips and wear, Additional Information: A dramatic clay figure representing a standing female figure with raised arms. A hanging tongue, and protruding bell and navel and forged ... moreiron earrings. This Terracotta comes from the Tikar people of Cameroon Grasslands. Such clay figures are known as house gods. The Tikar have produced these clay figures to represent the spirits of pygmies known as the first occupants of their region. The Tikar believe these spirits offer protection. Fertility, and good luck. The Tikar also seek the assistance of these house gods during any healing process. Sacrifice and offerings are regularly conducted by the owner to honor these gods and to renew their power. These clay figures come in various forms: standing, sitting, kneeling. Some of them have holes in the back for offerings; some have clay rings around necks, waists, wrists or ankles; some are made in the form of rattles or lamps. The age of these marvelous figures is not known. These clay figures are becoming hard to get and their breakage rate when shipped is horrific. The grassland region in Southwest Cameroon is one of the most artistically rich areas of Africa. Only 250.000 Tikar people remain. 67727* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and
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Vintage Sculpture African Hand Carved Wooden Figure
Handcarved hardwood sculpture. I believe this is African. But don't know from what area. May be nail fetish figure as you can see where nails were driven into the top of the head. 15" to top of crest to bottom. About 4.5" across base. Weighs 2 lbs 8.5 ounces.
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Small Folk Art Slave or African Farmer Figure Very Old Welded Iron
This is a small folk art figurine of either a slave or an African farmer- it is difficult to say for sure, but I think it is a figure of a slave because of the clothing painted on him. Of welded iron with a dark patina and handpainted clothing. Great little historical figurine with a definite African art style. Even if it is of an American slave. About 2 inches tall by 2.25 inches wide. Great for the art collector of period type art/ folk art. I do not know how old. But I would say very old. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2Bf54%3E-13ea9c79338-0x102-
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lot of SIX African Kenyan ebony carved statues: 5 are full-figure, one is a bust
Six African ebony carved statues. Three are labeled“made in Kenya. Two others are stylistically very similar to two that are labeled as made in Kenya. The last is ebony and African in style. Though I cannot guarantee it– or any of the non-labeled ones– were definitely made in Kenya. See the 92 pictures below. Due to photobucket being annoying. They're most logically browsed through with the left arrow. They were acquired in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Not as one lot. Since then they have been very infrequently dusted. Nothing else has been done to clean, maintain, or restore them. As you see in the pictures above. I’ve numbered them to make it easy for you to tell them apart in the pictures below. As well as to match descriptions with the pictures. So… 1: 14” tall. The body shows no indication of being a female form. Holding a spear on its ... moreleft side. Cross-hatched clothing over most of body. With smooth upper right torso and arms. Some wear on the head, upper part of the spear, and scroll( in its right hand. Labeled on the back of the base GENUINE EBONY MADE IN KENYA. Base is essentially triangular. And roughly 1.5” 2: 13.25” tall. Stylistically very similar to#1. With many features in reverse. Quite likely part of a pair. Cross-hatched clothing over most of body, with smooth upper left torso and arms. And holding a spear on its right side. Left hand flat against body. The body shows no indication of being a female form. Minor wear on the top of the spear. Labeled on the bottom $4 00. Base is essentially triangular. And roughly 1.25” 3: 13.75” tall. Female form with naked breasts. Headpiece cross-hatched on back. Carved with lines in one direction on front. Cross-hatched clothing from below breasts to knees. Base has a large X pattern and is not any particular shape. Wear on nose, left breast, and small discolored spot on left shin. Base is about 1” tall, and has two labels: one is HAND CARVED Made in Kenya. And over that is one from a store Wooden Onion 83 LOYD STREET UNDERGROUND ATLANTA. 4: Sli
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ARTIST CREATED HAND CARVED SOLID WOOD AFRICAN GIRAFFE FIGURE
ARTIST CREATED HAND CARVED SOLID WOOD AFRICAN GIRAFFE FIGURE- 10" HIGH. 3" WIDE, AND 2" DEEP.THIS IS A TRUE WORK OF ART- ALTHOUGH I AM NOT POSITIVELY SURE, IT APPEARS UPON CLOSE UP VISUAL EXAMINATION THAT THIS PIECE IS ONE SOLID HAND CARVED ITEM, IN OTHER WORDS- IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THE ENTIRE PIECE OF ART WAS ORIGINALLY FROM ONE SOLID PIECE OR BLOCK OF WOOD, IT DOES NOT APPEAR ANYWHERE ON THE PIECE THAT IT HAS BEEN GLUED/ OR ATTACHED. I AM NOT AN EXPERT ON WOOD- FOR SURE I KNOW IT IS NOT OAK OR PINE, BUT IT COULD BE MAPLE OR BIRCH OR MAHOGANY- FOR SURE I AM NOT SURE WHAT TYPE OF WOOD IT IS! THE GIRAFFE MARKINGS THROUGHOUT THE LARGE AND SMALL GIRAFFE FIGURES APPEAR TO BE BURNT INTO THE WOOD TO CREATE THE REALISTIC MARKINGS.
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SUPERB African Gan Burkina faso bronze half moon pendant with a figure .
SUPERB African Gan Burkina faso bronze half moon pendant with a figure in the center. measures approx: 3" 1/2" w by 3" 3/8 h. m issing a part on a side pls check pictures) Cast using the lost wax method. Involving the creation of a model in beeswax, the wax model is then encased in layers of fine clay. The structure is heated and the melted wax runs out through the channels of wax rods; molten metal is poured into the mold- created after wax was lost, the metal cools and hardens, the mold is broken and the piece has been created. Each piece is an original and unique since the mold is broken after casting. Pure Gan style and workmanship a must for anyone's collection do not miss it thanks
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AFRICAN TRIBAL ART FETISH LION MULTIMEDIA FIGURE SCUPTURE RUSTIC PRIMITIVE
Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! This is such a darling fetish lion. Who would think you would use fetish& darling in the same description! So i am not sure that those of you who collect fetish will be loving him? He has great style and a super spirit. He feels like a little guard dog just sitting& waiting. anyway He came from a very fancy estate with many picasso and mirros etc, so a number of authenticity people/ appraisers had to come in to check signatures etc. They put a very fancy verbal appraisal on him of $4000.00? Anyway, i collect mostly textiles and wood carvings of a more mundane nature but he caught my eye. so if you he catches your heart, you know what to do. He is made of a log, a copper tail,stripped down electrical wire, rail road spikes and of course nails. The log feels petrified and ... morehe weighs 22 pounds! He is 24 inches long and about 15 inches wide at the mane and about 15 inches tall at the mane. Thanks for looking, read my feed back bid with confidence. 1f3eb5.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28%3E1f3eb5-13eabdbcf81-0xfd-
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Vtg Carved Wooden Animal RHINO Rhinoceros Figure African Art Wood Figural ZOO
From the home of a very elderly gentleman world traveler. Who had an eye for nice things! FRESH ESTATE FIND FROM A WORLD TRAVELER’S ESTATE You are bidding on a very old vintage wooden African art rhino carving. Rhino is in nice. But not perfect condition, with a few flaws, but nothing too major in my own opinion. Large Rhino Measures: 9” Long X 3.5" Tall X about 2” Wide Large horn is slightly missing end tip. But easy repair Sold as is and pictures depict condition $8 SHIPPING IN LOWER 48 USA ONLY MUST PAY WITHIN 3 DAYS OF AUCTIONS END
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AFRICAN MASK MAHONGWE FIGURE BWETE GABON
BWETE MAHONGWE FIGURE 15 in. TALL GOT IT AT AN ESTATE SALE THEY SAID IT WAS BROUGHT BACK BY THERE GRANDFATHER IN THE 60s.
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AFRICAN WOMAN WITH PACKAGE ON HEAD. WOODEN WALL FIGURE. 12 1/2" X 7 3/8"
AFRICAN WOMEN WITH PACKAGE ON HEAD. WOODEN WALL FIGURE. NICE SIZE 12 1/2" X 7 3/8" HEAVYWEIGHT WOOD.PIECE OVER 1 POUND! ARTISAN MADE.NO MARKS DARK STAIN.
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LARGE Tribal AFRICAN ART BRONZE Equestrian Figure & Horse-Benin/Nigeria-#24
LARGE Tribal AFRICAN ART BRONZE Equestrian Figure& Horse-Benin/Nigeria-24 DIMENSIONS 17 1/4" tall. 11 1/2" long. 4 3/4" deep. TRIBE& REGION/COUNTRY Benin Nigeria DESCRIPTION Bronze equestrian figure. Rider is not attached to horse but rests easily in a stable position for display. CONDITION Excellent overall condition. One of the staffs in the rider's hand is missing a piece at the top(see photos) We are excited to be auctioning many pieces of distinct African art from the David Rapkin collection. Rapkin is a retired professor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has been collecting African Art for twenty-five years. His collection was exhibited at the Eisentrager/Howard Gallery. October 19-November 9th, 2012, titled"African Art in Unlikely Places: The David Rapkin Collection" Many of the pieces ... morebeing auctioned here in the coming weeks were part of that exhibit. See below for Rapkin's extensive essay and suggested reading list on African art which accompanied the show. And see this link for a news story on the exhibit: See our other listings for more from this collection. Following are photos of the original exhibition pamphlet for the African Art in Unlikely Places exhibit. The pamphlet is not included but we can include photocopies if the winning bidder wishes. CLICK HERE TO ADD US TO YOUR"FAVORITE SELLERS" LIST NOTE: We don't end auctions early or add"Buy It Now" prices. Please don't ask us to do so. SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL USA: via UPS ground. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. Please note that we will need a street address(no PO Boxes) For Alaska and Hawaii. Please don't use the shipping calculator; write for a quote before bidding. SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE USA: via the US Postal Service- International Priority Mail. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. If the calculator does not give you a price for your country. We cannot ship this item to you. We do not s
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Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Dogon/Mali MASK w/Curved Reaching FIGURE-#20
Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Dogon/Mali MASK w/Curved Reaching FIGURE-20 DIMENSIONS 15" tall. TRIBE& REGION/COUNTRY Dogon Mali DESCRIPTION Mask. Wood. Angularity of mask is reconciled nicely with curved figure on top. CONDITION Excellent overall condition. See photos. We are excited to be auctioning many pieces of distinct African art from the David Rapkin collection. Rapkin is a retired professor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has been collecting African Art for twenty-five years. His collection was exhibited at the Eisentrager/Howard Gallery. October 19-November 9th, 2012, titled"African Art in Unlikely Places: The David Rapkin Collection" Many of the pieces being auctioned here in the coming weeks were part of that exhibit. See below for Rapkin's extensive essay and suggested reading list on ... moreAfrican art which accompanied the show. And see this link for a news story on the exhibit: See our other listings for more from this collection. Following are photos of the original exhibition pamphlet for the African Art in Unlikely Places exhibit. The pamphlet is not included but we can include photocopies if the winning bidder wishes. CLICK HERE TO ADD US TO YOUR"FAVORITE SELLERS" LIST NOTE: We don't end auctions early or add"Buy It Now" prices. Please don't ask us to do so. SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL USA: via UPS ground. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. Please note that we will need a street address(no PO Boxes) For Alaska and Hawaii. Please don't use the shipping calculator; write for a quote before bidding. SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE USA: via the US Postal Service- International Priority Mail. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. If the calculator does not give you a price for your country. We cannot ship this item to you. We do not ship via USPS first class mail international. Please note that we don't allow buyers to arrange their own shipping through third parties. Inte
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Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Ashante/Ghana AKUA BA Doll FIGURE-#15-NR!
Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Ashante/Ghana AKUA BA Doll FIGURE-15-NR! DIMENSIONS 20" tall. TRIBE& REGION/COUNTRY Ashante Ghana DESCRIPTION Wood. Pigments. Head is an iconic image of African art but akua ba(dolls) usually don't have arms and legs, so this is an interesting example. Beautifully carved. CONDITION Excellent overall condition. See photos. We are excited to be auctioning many pieces of distinct African art from the David Rapkin collection. Rapkin is a retired professor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has been collecting African Art for twenty-five years. His collection was exhibited at the Eisentrager/Howard Gallery. October 19-November 9th, 2012, titled"African Art in Unlikely Places: The David Rapkin Collection" Many of the pieces being auctioned here in the coming weeks were part of ... morethat exhibit. See below for Rapkin's extensive essay and suggested reading list on African art which accompanied the show. And see this link for a news story on the exhibit: See our other listings for more from this collection. Following are photos of the original exhibition pamphlet for the African Art in Unlikely Places exhibit. The pamphlet is not included but we can include photocopies if the winning bidder wishes. CLICK HERE TO ADD US TO YOUR"FAVORITE SELLERS" LIST NOTE: We don't end auctions early or add"Buy It Now" prices. Please don't ask us to do so. SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL USA: via UPS ground. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. Please note that we will need a street address(no PO Boxes) For Alaska and Hawaii. Please don't use the shipping calculator; write for a quote before bidding. SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE USA: via the US Postal Service- International Priority Mail. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. If the calculator does not give you a price for your country. We cannot ship this item to you. We do not ship via USPS first class mail international. Please note
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Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Songye/Congo POWER FIGURE Bust-#13-NR!
Tribal AFRICAN ART Wood Sculpture Songye/Congo POWER FIGURE Bust-13-NR! DIMENSIONS 9 1/2" tall. TRIBE& REGION/COUNTRY Songye Democratic Republic of the Congo DESCRIPTION Power figure bust. Wood. CONDITION Excellent overall condition. There is a stable crack in base. See photos. We are excited to be auctioning many pieces of distinct African art from the David Rapkin collection. Rapkin is a retired professor from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and has been collecting African Art for twenty-five years. His collection was exhibited at the Eisentrager/Howard Gallery. October 19-November 9th, 2012, titled"African Art in Unlikely Places: The David Rapkin Collection" Many of the pieces being auctioned here in the coming weeks were part of that exhibit. See below for Rapkin's extensive essay and suggested reading list ... moreon African art which accompanied the show. And see this link for a news story on the exhibit: See our other listings for more from this collection. Following are photos of the original exhibition pamphlet for the African Art in Unlikely Places exhibit. The pamphlet is not included but we can include photocopies if the winning bidder wishes. CLICK HERE TO ADD US TO YOUR"FAVORITE SELLERS" LIST NOTE: We don't end auctions early or add"Buy It Now" prices. Please don't ask us to do so. SHIPPING WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL USA: via UPS ground. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. Please note that we will need a street address(no PO Boxes) For Alaska and Hawaii. Please don't use the shipping calculator; write for a quote before bidding. SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE USA: via the US Postal Service- International Priority Mail. Use the shipping calculator to determine the cost for your location. If the calculator does not give you a price for your country. We cannot ship this item to you. We do not ship via USPS first class mail international. Please note that we don't allow buyers to arrange their own shipping through third parties.
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African Ashanti Tribe carved comb with a figure Ghana
Beautiful carved. Older comb from the Ashanti Tribe Ghana· with a figure on the top with smooth patina& geometric design in the center with a crocodile· 12"3/8 inches high by 5" 1/8 w with 12 tines good condition. Hair braiding is a favorite pastime of African women. Besides getting a beautiful new hair-do. It provides an opportunity to sit and relax and catch up on village affairs. The comb is used to undo the last braids and to remove tangles.
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#14 LOT 2 ANTIQUE AFRICAN SCULPTURES CARVED WOOD BUST & BRONZE FALIC FIGURE
PLEASE READ AUCTION DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING ALONG WITH TERMS OF SALE. THANK YOU! This auction is for this lot of 2 includes antique African sculptures carved wood bust and bronze falic figure. Take a look at the pictures for more close-up details& a more accurate description. Everything pictured above is included. Found at the estate& pictured above: heights = about 4 1/8- 5 5/8 inches lengths = about 1 3/8- 2 3/4 inches widths = about 1 7/8- 3 1/8 inches Go to my auction list and see all of similar auctions. Please note. 1 to 3 digit number at the beginning of the lead line is a stock number for our reference only. When asking questions you can use Ebay item number or stock number for your convenience. Thank you! Good luck and happy bidding! To calculate your shipping price. Please click on"shipping and payments" ... moreabove on this auction page and enter your location* Items will be shipped within 4 business days within receiving the payment through paypal. If for any reason you have a need for an item faster. Please do not hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to work things out to get the item to you. Shipping costs are for standard shipping. Insurance are extra and may be required depending on the item. If you wish your item shipped priority please let us know, though the charge will be higher for priority mail. All items are shipped directly through Ebay and Paypal. The tracking number will then be found directly within your auction under shipping status. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions. We will get back to you within 24 hours. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will accept returns for a full refund less shipping and handling if for any reason the item received is different from the item described in the auction. We will not and cannot accept returns based on buyers remorse. Please ask any and all questions before
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VINTAGE AFRICAN ART PRINCESS SCULPTURE HAND CARVED WOOD MADE FIGURE
VINTAGE AFRICAN ART PRINCESS SCULPTURE HAND CARVED WOOD MADE FIGURE 22.5cm
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African Ashanti Tribe wedding carved comb with a figure Ghana 14" 1/4 H
Beautiful carved. Old comb from the Ashanti Tribe Ghana· with a standing working figure on the top with smooth patina& geometric design in the center with an insect· 14"1/4 inches high by 5" 1/8 w with 11 tines good condition. Hair braiding is a favorite pastime of African women. Besides getting a beautiful new hair-do. It provides an opportunity to sit and relax and catch up on village affairs. The comb is used to undo the last braids and to remove tangles.
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African Female Figure Hand-Carved of Dark Wood like Ebony; Fine Work, Vintage
Very nice older figurine with fine carving-work and lines; no damage; heavy wood like ebony; 13 1/4" high. Shipping includes insurance and signature confirmation. Int'l shipping can be calculated if-needed.
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hand CARVED WOODEN TRIBAL RITUAL AFRICAN FIGURE ANIMAL HAIR
NOT QUITE SURE WHAT THIS IS. TOLD IT WAS AFRICAN, AND VINTAGE, ESTATE ITEM, IT IS A CARVED FIGURE ATTACHED WITH SILVER WIRE TO A ANIMAL TAIL? LOOKS LIKE A TRIBAL THING, BROOM? VERY UNIQUE, MEASURES ABOUT 19 INCHES LONG, HAIR I BELIEVE IS A REAL ANIMAL
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BLACK AMERICANA AFRICAN AMERICAN Resin Figure 5 IN ALL VERY DETAILED
THIS IS A SPRING CLEANING ITEM SO INSTEAD OF A LISTING OR GOING BACK AND FORTH WITH OFFERS.THE PRICE BELOW IS THE PRICE,IF YOU LIKE JUST BUY IT AND I DO BELIEVE I HAVE A NICE LOW PRICE ALL READY VERY DETAILED FOR THEIR SIZE AND ALL ARE IN GREAT SHAPE THE AVERAGE HEIGHT IS JUST UNDER 4" THE 2 KIDS IN P-JAYS ARE THE SAME ALL THE OTHER ARE DIFFERENT SORRY NO MAKERS NAME BUT ALL DO LOOK GOOD QUALITY I AM SELLING THESE GUYS AS IS SO PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURES AND ASK QUESTIONS PLEASE ALL READ ++ AS I HAVE BEEN GETTING NEAR 30 PERCENT OF ITEMS NO GETTING PAID FOR DUE TO ERRORS IN BUYING.NOT READING ADS,OR JUST LACK OF CONCERN ABOUT PAYING,I WILL NO LONGER CANCEL SALES IF YOU DO NOT PAY I WILL FILE A NON PAY AND EBAY WILL GIVE A UNPAID STRIKE,I DO NOT WANT TO SEEM MEAN BUT I HAVE TO PAY EBAY AND OTHER FEES THAT GO WITH SELLING ONLINE AND I ... moreCAN NO LONGER AFFORD THIS TREND OF NON PAYING- AS ALWAYS IF THE BUYER CONTACTS ME FOR EXTRA TIME SPECIAL ARRANGMENTS I WILL BE VERY EASY TO WORK WITH,BUT I DO NEED EACH SALE PAID FOR
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African Tribal Rare Antique Cameroon Cast Bronze Female Figure
Fine Cameroon Antique(circa mid- late 1800s) Cast Bronze Artifact. From the old private collection of the internationally celebrated artist and ardent Africanist. This is a rare. Museum quality authentic artifact(circa mid- late 1800s) The figure is about 4 3/4" tall in excellent antique condition. Bronze pieces created by the lost wax method involves creating a model in beeswax. Once completed. Wax rods are attached to it and the entire model is encased in layers of fine clay. The structure is heated and the melted wax runs out through the channels or wax rods, molten metal is poured into the mold, created after wax was lost- the metal cools and hardens, the mold is broken and the piece has been created. Each piece is an original since the mold is broken after each one has been cast. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell. Free Cross Sell, ... moreCross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application. On Dec-01-12 at 00:28:03 PST. Seller added the following information: Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back
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Two 2 Vintage AFRICAN ART Woman with Box/Basket & Tribal Bust Figure Sculpture
Up for your conside ration a Lot of( 2) Vintage Wood Carved AFRICAN ART PIECES. Woman Carrying B ox/Basket On Her Head 1 1-3/4" Tall& Wood Carving Woman s Bust 7" tall. The full body figurine is in very good condition. There is only one flaw. The 1/4" deep split in the wood on the Box top which looks to be an old crack. Figure carving is u nsigned. Base is ir regular shaped and measures 1-9/16" at the widest by 2-7/8" at the lo ngest point. Vintage African Tribal Art Wood Carving Womans Head bust is 7" tall. Metal earrings/headdress is connected. Superb vintage condition. Sorry I do not know the provenance of either. International buyers pay all extra shipping costs. Duties and taxes. Please feel free to make an offer if you like! If it meets the minimum I have set i will respond. It may even be a n offer ... morethat will trigger automatic acceptance? Please"see other items" for more unique and unusual items i have for sale. Thanks for looking! 560.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2B%3E560-13eb712400c-0x102-
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Antique early 1900's African tin base musical instrument art wood figure statue
a 1926 antique african tribe musical instrument. carved from a single piece of wood.
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Antique African Ashanti Bronze Miniature Figure, Dated 1925, Wembley Exhibition
Antique African Ashanti Bronze Miniature Figure. Dated 1925, Wembley Exhibition Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Antique African Ashanti Bronze Figure. Dated 1925 Wembley Exhibition This is a superb little antique African Ashanti bronze figure of a woman. It is beautifully cast at only 35mm high. And reads on the back“Gold Coast, 1925, Wembley” This piece was made on the Gold Coast of Africa for use at the British Empire Exhibition(which ran from 1924-25) This huge exhibition of goods and products from around the Empire was a massive undertaking. Featuring purpose built Palaces of Art, Engineering and Industry(as well as a stadium which became the Wembley) This piece was connected to the African displays at the Palace of Art. For more information on the exhibition. See here: Condition Excellent; there is only some wear and patination from ... moreage. Delivery Will be sent insured– UK delivery £3. E.U. £6, U.S. Canada £8. Australia £9– rest of world. Please ask for price. International buyers– Please note: Import duties. Taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. About me I have collected glass and ceramics. Antiques and antiquities for many years, and my shop philosophy is to sell very good antiques at very low prices very quickly so I do not need to carry much stock; larger shops will charge much more. But take much longer than I do to make a sale. Each to their own. Then- but that makes my prices ultra-low compared to a bricks-and-mortar antiques shop. I try to describe everything I sell as honestly as possible. Including any damage, issues, or attributions to a maker, in my descriptions. If you have any questions, a problem with a piece you’ve bought, or even further info on a piece I’m selling(always welcome! please mail me. Please don’t ever leave negative or neutral feedback without spea
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Used Lobi African Wood Stool with Figure Burkina Faso
Used Lobi African Wood Stool with Figure Burkina Faso A used Lobi wood stool adorned with a head. The seat is supported on three legs, one almost simulating a foot. Traditionally. Three legged stools are typically used by men, whereas four-legged stools are used by women. Stools were a prized personal possession of prestige and social status. As well as objects used during ceremony and ritual. Dimensions: 51cm(21" long-28cm(11" high-16.5 cm(6 1/2" wide- Weight: 1,8 kg(3.9 lbs) Nice patina- Collected in Burkina Faso. Origin: Lobi ethnic group- BURKINA FASO Age: Late 20th century Materials: Wood Condition details: Good with patina Dimensions/Weight: 51cm(21" long-28cm(11" high-1.8 kg(3.9 lbs) Inner Diam/Ring Size: N/A Read more about this Ethnic Group or Ancient Culture Item# DSCF3613, Click On Buttons For Extra Photos
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African tribal Dogon nail figure ------ Tribal Eye Gallery -------
After many years of collecting and selling tribal art. I have amassed a large body of work and have now opened an Ebay gallery. With an artistic background, I feel I have a good eye for quality. The majority of this tribal art has been gathered from extensive searches throughout Europe and from the many contacts I have built up over the years. If you would like to enquire about areas of interest that you cannot see in the gallery. Please contact me. Postage costs obviously vary. Depending on where the item is due to be sent. I am only able to give a' guesstimate' in my listing. The Dogon people are from the central plateau region of Mali. West Africa and here is a Dogon nail figure. This carved wooden figure is adorned with carved wooden tools plus the addition of nails and horsehair. The wood has an encrusted patina. There is some ... morewear. But in general the condition is good. Measures-64 centimetres/ 25.5 inches tall Weighs over 3 kilos(Image 11 includes a lighter. To further illustrate the size of this impressive Dogon nail figure) NB metal display stand is not included) Please contact me if you require delivery costs to your location. Postage costs obviously vary. Depending on where the item is due to be sent, so, please understand, until I know the exact location, I am only able to give a' guesstimate' in my listing. Items can be sent worldwide. If not fully satisfied after receiving the tribal work purchased. I will offer a full refund, but the customer has to pay the return postage. Thank you. Please look at my other listings. Tribal Eye Gallery. Thank you. 1?RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Feog4d72f%2B%3E%3B1%3F-13eb9646c07-0x107-
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VINTAGE PAINTED CARVED WOODEN AFRICAN 26" FIGURE SCULPTURE
Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE One 60+ year old African tribal figure/sculpture. Condition: Vintage with some scuff marks. There is a split in the head/crown area. Measures: approx 26" tall. 7" wide at face/crown and 4 1/4" base. Marks: There is some sort of pencil signature by the artist at the bottom. Cannot be read. Please note that payment for this item is due immediately at checkout. PAYPAL only. USPS Priority Mail We ship to US ADDRESSES ONLY No International Shipping Everything sold in our auctions is"AS IS" condition. We are very careful to note any flaws that we find with the item. Using our 1( junk) to 10( perfect) scale. Items sold are NOT RETURNABLE. U.S. shipping addresses only. We cannot ship to Canada.
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Haunting Baule Shrine Fetish figure ~ Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art
Haunting Baule Shrine Fetish figure ~ Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art This is a carved wooden shrine idol figure from west Africa and the Baule peoples. This sculpture has a heavily encrusted surface suggesting use as a shrine object with countless libations and offerings being poured upon it. The sculpture has a fascinating expression. Alomost appears to be in trance and is shown with offering vessel, which would be offered to the spirits. This statue measures 24 inches tall with a 8 lb shipping weight. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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Fantastic Bena Lulua Male figure ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art
Fantastic Bena Lulua Male figure ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art This is a carved wooden colon figure from the Congo(DRC) Africa and the Bena Lulua peoples. This is a genuine old er carving showing some age and wear. The serene face and raised tribal scarification suggest a master carvers hand. This is truly a beautiful sculpture. This statue measures 22 inches tall with a 4 lb shipping weight. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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a Very Rare Old Bamileke Colon figure ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art
a Very Rare Old Bamileke Colon figure ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art This is a carved wooden colon figure from Cameroon.West Africa and the Bamileke/ Bamoun peoples. This is a genuine old colonial sculpture showing much actual age and wear. There is NO doubt this figure is old. One of the best I have offered in the Colon style. This is NOT a new reproduction! Carved from a very heavy dense wood. There is very little information on Bamoun colon figures and a search of the internet turned up no other examples on line. This statue measures 21 inches tall with a 5 lb shipping weight. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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Attye Lagoon Female Figure with Barrel on Head African
Title, Attye Lagoon Female Figure With gunpowder Barrel on Head, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Lagoon area. Ivory Coast, People, Attye, Materials, Wood. Pigment, fabric belt, Approximate Age, Mid 20 Century, Dimensions, Height is 28.5" Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, stain. Chips,old bug damage, Additional Information: This is a MAGNIFICENT carving! She has all eight of her pegs intact. Old insect damage on one side has received indigenous repair. Serene face with Mona Lisa smile. The statues of the Attye are some of the most ravishing in all of Africa. Combining the best features of Baule sculpture with a unique"Lagoon" appearance. The bulbous arms and legs, serene face and body shape common to the Attye show definite Baule influence, but there is stronger and bolder execution, daring use of abstraction, ... moreand greater volumes. The effect can be downright extraordinary. Having an area about the size of Germany. Côte d'Ivoire is bordered on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, on the west by Liberia and Guinea, to the north by Mali and Burkina Faso, and on the east by Ghana. The Attye are one of the so-called Lagoon people of Cote dâIvoire. This area is a mixed association of 12 different language groups. Little is known about their art. It is recorded that Christian religion had destroyed most of their sculpture in the nineteenth century. Arts from the Lagoon area are rare and difficult to attribute. They are all related but, if studied closely, one may find elements that facilitate identification. Attye style is recognized by the elaborate coiffure elegantly raised, muscular legs and arms and the elongation of their body, and elaborate keloid scarification. The female carvings have tiny protruding plugs, which can be twisted out. Patina varies from darker to lighter with traces of white pigment. The uses of the Attye figures are not clearly known. It seems like these figures had multi-purposes. Their role in the Poro and Lo society is unclear. For some sources
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African Dogon Mali Deciduous Wood Statue Tribal Art Primitives Carving Figure
Hollow Wood Cell Dogon Mali Statue aBOUT US Payments Page Click Images To Enlarge I have Multiple African Art Listings and Many More to Come! I will be Auctioning& Listing Rare African Pieces{2-5 each week} over the next few months. Many with Orenda Lab Reports& Lowell Collins Appraisals. These unique discoveries would make great additions to any collection! African Hollow Wood Cell Dogon Mali Statue{aprox age} 250 + Years old For an Explanation on Hollow Wood Cells, Refer to the bottom of this page! Make sure to look at the many pictures of this unique Item click on image to enlarge photos! Material- deciduous wood Aprox. Age- 70 years old{this is an approximate age} Aprox Size- 11 1/2" tall Condition- heavy use wear. Decompositional wear& splits in the wood +++ Hollow Wood Cell Explanation Below +++ For more African art ... morecheck out my store! 10% of store profits go to aid victims of human trafficking If you have any questions please ask Thanks for looking! Hollow Wood Cells Because of the misunderstanding regarding hollow wood cells. A brief explanation is needed. Any person dating carvings has many criteria to determine age. The breakdown of the wood cells is an important aspect of age determination. The strength of the wood is the outer edge of cells. The cell center(like bone marrow) is the passageway that feeds the wood. This center lacks strength as it is softer then the cell walls, thus it disintegrates more quickly. Laboratories determine the progress of the cell center decay to determine the wood age. This varies some by the tree variety also the location of the carving must be considered. It is difficult if not impossible to find a 300 year old carving in the tropics as humidity speeds destruction. Also wood eating insects are a big problem. Many of the Dogon areas are in the dessert above the insect line. Pieces can and are stored above the insect line for many centuries in this very dry climate. The study of providence shows it takes 250 to 300 years for a dry climate stored Dogon piec
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Vintage Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue
Vintage Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue Item Details: A Vintage Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue. This hand crafted African tribal man musician statue for great collection and gift Size: 6 x 2 x 1.50 inches Weight: 22 0 kgs All packages will be dispatched within 3 days of receiving cleared payment on paypal. Sent by India post air parcel service. Delivery takes between 10-20 days for post and 2-4 days for dispatch. So expect your item to arrive in 15-25 days. If you want express service, please let me know as we can also arrange it. NOTE: After Received Item Please Give Positive Feedback With 5 Star Rating. All payments can be made on paypal which is associated with our account. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery of item. Full money back after item is received ... moreback at our end. Buyer pays return shipping. Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message. FreeAuctionDesigns
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Antique Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue
Antique Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue Item Details: Antique Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue. This hand crafted African tribal man musician statue for great collection and gift Size: 5.5 x 2 x 1.50 inches Weight: 24 0 kgs All packages will be dispatched within 3 days of receiving cleared payment on paypal. Sent by India post air parcel service. Delivery takes between 10-20 days for post and 2-4 days for dispatch. So expect your item to arrive in 15-25 days. If you want express service, please let me know as we can also arrange it. NOTE: After Received Item Please Give Positive Feedback With 5 Star Rating. All payments can be made on paypal which is associated with our account. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery of item. Full money back after item is received ... moreback at our end. Buyer pays return shipping. Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message. FreeAuctionDesigns
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Antique African Old Brass Beautiful Tribal Musician Drummer Figure/Statue
Antique African Old Brass Beautiful Tribal Musician Drummer Figure/Statue Item Details: A Vintage Brass Hand Carved Beautiful African Tribal Musician Figure/Statue. This hand crafted African tribal man musician statue for great collection and gift Size: 5.5 x 2 x 1.50 inches Weight: 23 0 kgs All packages will be dispatched within 3 days of receiving cleared payment on paypal. Sent by India post air parcel service. Delivery takes between 10-20 days for post and 2-4 days for dispatch. So expect your item to arrive in 15-25 days. If you want express service, please let me know as we can also arrange it. NOTE: After Received Item Please Give Positive Feedback With 5 Star Rating. All payments can be made on paypal which is associated with our account. Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery of item. Full money back after item is received ... moreback at our end. Buyer pays return shipping. Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message. FreeAuctionDesigns
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GothamGallery Fine African Art - Mali Bamana Jo Maternity Tribal Figure
Welcome To The Premier Place For Serious Collectors of Fine Authentic African Tribal Art Over 10 Years Online Serving Thousands of Satisfied Customers Offering the Finest Quality Sub-Saharan African Art Outstanding African Mali Bamana Jo/ Jonyeleni Figure Bougouni or Dioila Region Inches: Height: 26 Inches Centimeters: Height: 66 Centimeters Measurements Sculpture Only Material: Wood Estimated Age: Early 20th Century Condition: Fair Remarks: Highly stylized carving exaggerate features weathered aged surface Shipping: US East Coast- Estimated $18.00 Exact rate use shipping calculator INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS WELCOME Documentation of Authenticity/ Any Available Provenance Will Be Included With This Piece. CONDITION Wood deterioration especially to base. Worn areas, chips and scrapes, larger chips to tips of coiffure to back, age cracks, overall ... morecondition fair. Thank you and please view my other items. BACKGROUND The Bambara or Bamana form the largest ethnic group within Mali Region of Africa. The triangle of the Bamana region. Divided in two parts by the Niger River, constitutes the greater part of the western and southern Mali of today. The dry savanna permits no more than a subsistence economy, and the soil produces, with some difficulty, corn, millet, sorghum, rice, and beans. Their traditions include six male societies, each with its own type of mask. Initiation for men lasts for seven years and ends with their symbolic death and their rebirth. Nearly every Bamana man had to pass through these societies in succession, until, upon reaching the highest rank, he had acquired a comprehensive knowledge of ancestral traditions. The Jo society has become a sort of framework for other initiation society. Until a few decades ago, initiation was obligatory for every young man. Jo initiations take place every seven years, after candidates receive six years of special training. During this time, the young men go through a ritual death and live one week in the bush before returning to the village. There they publicly perfo
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Ibeji Twin Figure Yoruba Custom Stand Nigeria African SALE Was $175
Title, Ibeji Twin Figure Carving Yoruba Custom Stand African Type of Object, Carving.Doll, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, seond half 20th century, Dimensions, Height: 11.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, wear in places, Additional Information: Ibeji Twin Figure Carving Yoruba custom Stand African Among the Yoruba. Who have the highest rate of twins in the world, the arrival of twins is seen as both a blessing and an omen, because of the high mortality rate. If a twin dies, an image dedicated to Ibeji, the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased. See AFRICAN DOLLS FOR PLAY AND MAGIC, by E. Dagan and ISN'T S/HE A DOLL-PLAY AND RITUAL IN AFRICAN SCULPTURE by E. Cameron. Among the Yoruba, twins have special powers, much like ... morethe orisha. and are to be treated with respect throughout their lives. If a twin dies, the mother seeks a diviner's advice about which carver should make the ere ibeji to stand in for the dead child. Once the figure is carved, the artist activates it by soaking it in a special solution and rubbing it with specific oils. The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing, and bathing the image. Its face is washed with soap or sugarcane fiber, then rubbed with a cloth, indigo or laundry bluing. After a period of time, the facial features may be rubbed away. 009678* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more than $30,000 in charity auctions. Customer Service: We treasure our many long term customers. And will try to make you o
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GREAT OLD HAND CARVED TRIBAL AFRICAN WOOD WARRIOR STATUE FIGURE 18 inches
Absolutely fantastic beautiful decorative old(antique or vintage) tribal African hand carved statue figure- 18 inches tall including feathers trade glass bead belt it was acquired from an old collection in the USA. Photographs taken in full sun.Tell the story& forms part of the description,though do not do justice.Other tribal items listed or will be.Check out my! Will send World& Australia wide. Listed postage for Melbourne/V1. Please wait for invoice to be sent.
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Antique Old African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Lady Figure
Antique Old African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Lady Figure This is Very old rare Antique Old African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Lady Figure.This figure crafted by wood with great condition!This figure used for decorative.Collection and gift. incredible piece for collection. Origin Jodhpur Rajasthan India See Photos for more details& actual condition. Size: 5.5 x 2 x.5 Inch Approx Weight: 120 Kilograms(All three) ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED NEXT BUSINESS DAY AFTER RECEIVING FULL PAYMENT.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE SHIPPED BY INDIAN POST.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE TAKEN 15-20 BUSINESS DAYS TO DELIVER GOODS WORLDWIDE.STANDARD SHIPPING ALSO OFFERED BY DHL AND FEDEX REQUEST ON BUYER Note: After received dagger Positive feedback with Five Star Rating Needed PayPal is Accepted Item will be shipped next business day of receiving full ... morepayment Any other mode of payment will be accepted(only for Indian Buyers) Note: Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message FreeAuctionDesigns On Apr-22-13 at 04:10:10 PDT. Seller added the following information:
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African Ashanti Tribe carved wedding comb wit a figure Ghana 11" H
Beautiful carved. Older wedding comb from the Ashanti Tribe Ghana· with a standing figure in the center with smooth patina& geometric design on the wood· 11" inches high by 5" 5/8 w with 14 tines condition. it shows an two old cracks pls check pictures Hair braiding is a favorite pastime of African women. Besides getting a beautiful new hair-do. It provides an opportunity to sit and relax and catch up on village affairs. The comb is used to undo the last braids and to remove tangles.
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Attye Akye Seated Female Figure Akan Ivory Coast African Art 1930
french- antic Gallery on eBay Attye Akye Seated Female Figure Akan Ivory Coast African Art A fine Akye seated female figure with pointed breast. Hands on the legs ad serene expression with elaborate plaited headdress typical work of Akan people made during the 1930's in oriental ivory coast. Original clear patina. Good condition traces of termite on the back. This figure was exhibited on Quimper fair during the 1990's, see picture of the label, with estimated of US$ 9000. 24 3/8" high. The shipping cost for US and Canada is 35$ with 6/10 days for delivery in priority with official delivery service"La Poste" Good luck and successful bidding! For our French-speaking friends: Sculpture ethnique de la lagune Ebrié. Jeune femme assise Attye(également appelé Akyé) vers 1930, coiffure élaborée ... moredivisé en masses et pose caractéristique de la statuaire des peuples Akan: attitude hiératique, la tête exprime sérénitude et dignité. Patine claire d'origine. Pour l'état, traces de mangeures. Hauteur 62 cm. L'art statuaire Akyé ou Attye est assez peu connue et relativement rare. Ce peuple vit dans la région Anyi dit aussi Angi, côte orientale de la Côte d'Ivoire. Photocopie de l'étiquette d’exposition à Quimper dans les 90's. Estimation de l'époque pour les assurances 7000€/ 9000$. All french-antic items come from France to you. Please don't hesitate to email us your questions and I will revert quickly Please make payment by Visa card Mastercard with our Securized SSL Payment transaction or with PayPal. Payment to be received within 10 days of the close of auction. Shipping and insurance costs to be paid by the buyer. All items are described as there are and are sold with a 15 days full refund GUARANTEE. All goods will be shipped the next working day after payment at our bank. See our other auctions on Our on line gallery click here
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Authentic Tribal African colonial figure statue
Colonial Figures from the Baule Tribe of the Ivory Coast. West Africa. The size is about 40" Colonial" figures are carved European-like spirit mates. When a person(a woman in most instances) described their other-world mates to the carver to embody them. They revealed their ideal mates as manifesting these European(mostly French Colonial) characteristics. For example, if a woman wanted an atheletic husband, she might have a soccer player carved; or if she wished for a bus driver, businessman or pilot, she might have one of these carved. These figures illustrate how the Ivory Coast Baule interpret and reinterpret the colonial presence in art. Originally these figures were intended as icons. Symbols of social status, evident through the use of brightly colored paints. Today, these colonial representations symbolize far more than the ... morematerial exchange between the West and Africa; they represent the linkages between and perceptions of the colonizer and the colonized. They are kept in small shrines, lovingly cared for. They are often used as fetishes to attract a member of the opposite sex with qualities that one desires. They may also be used a guides or oracles- as the Baule believe that they can communicate with their other world or dream mates while they sleep- seeking advice and guidance. No two are alike and they are carved by master carvers specifically for one individual. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell. Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application.
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AFRICAN TRIBAL ANTIQUE SENUFO, HORNBILL FIGURE Ivory Coast
AFRICAN TRIBAL ANTIQUE SENUFO. HORNBILL FIGURE, Ivory Coast This is a rare antique. Museum quality authentic artifact. The item is about 18" x 8 1/2" In excellent antique condition. SENUFO, HORNBILL FIGURE Ivory Coast Hornbill figures. Called Setien or Porpianong, were used by the Lo and Poro societies. A symbol of fertility and the original ancestor cult. The hornbill was the mythological founder of the Senufo people. The figures were originally worn on the head during long dances and processions. The Setien, hermaphrodictic. Represent procreation, with their long hooked beaks touching their protruding stomachs that they have fertilized, therefore being the carrier of life and a symbol of continuity to future generations. Hornbills are noble birds; they mate for life. They share equally in the raising of their young who they protect ... moreby spreading their wings. They are depicted in their erect, protective stance. The variety of size. Style, skill and surface finish reflects the range of the more than a million Senufo peoples living in the Ivory Coast, Mali, Burkina Faso and Ghana. Every buyer gets a MyStoreRewards invitation for cash back
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Kuyu Figure with Four Faces Large Republic of Congo African
Title, Kuyu Figure with Four Faces Large Republic of Congo African, Type of Object, Figure, Country of Origin, Republic of Congo, People, Kuyu, Materials, Wood and Pigment, Approximate Age, Mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height: 40 Inches x Wide: 10 inches Overall Condition, Fair: Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks with repair in foot. Large cracks to head, arms, feet, chips, old insect damage arrested, painting worn away in places, ... moreAdditional Information: This extraordinary carving comes from the Kuyu people who live between the Sangha and upper Ogowe Rivers. Most Kuyu figures have more than one face painted in white. They have white painted faces and other bright colors(mostly red and black) to pick out details of scarification or the face as in this sculpture. This figure has four faces; the head is topped with four projectiles and a chignon-like in the centre. The body is painted in red. And decorated with elaborate scarification throughout the belly, around the waist and the thighs. The painting, the indication of the hairstyle and the markings on the faces and the body are typical of Kuyu sculptures.This is a wonderful figure that will hold a prominent place in a collection. The most prominent sculptures known from the Kuyu are the carved wooden headpieces that were carried high above a dancerâs head that had long flowing gowns attached to the lines of holes at the bottom of the neck. Colorful sculpted figureâs or stylized heads placed on posts are found in a menâs secret initiation society known as Ottote. In the past associated with chieftaincy. These brightly painted headpiece
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Bangwa Memorial Priestess Cameroon Figure African
Title, Bangwa Memorial Priestess Figure Cameroon African Type of Object, Figure. Carving, Statue, Country of Origin, Cameroon, People, Bangwa, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, Height is 59 inches. Width is 13 inches, Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks with repairs in breast and to the back. Several age cracks throughout the figure,chips in places, traces of exposure ... moreto the elements on the surface, stains from water, old insect damage arrested Additional Information: A lwonderful arge standing female figure holding carved calabash in each hand. This figure comes from the Bangwa of Cameroon. The headdress represents the conic cap worn by elites and reinforces the idea that the figure is a memorial for an important member of the community. In this case it seems like the figure represents a priestess. Among the Bangwa. People ancestor figures, though formally stored in shrines, were also displayed outside royal huts on important occasions, and were thus prone to deterioration. The art of the grasslands area of Cameroon is a royal art, devoted to the veneration of ancestors and the enrichment of the Fon, the main chief of the individual"kingdoms. The large figures carved for and presented to the Fon, fall generally into two forms: representations of the Fon or one of his wives, and carvings of individual ancestors. These figures are stored in shrines and guarded by individuals appointed by the Fon. They are brought out only on special occasions. The Cameroon Grasslands is a large and extremely diverse cultural area. Inhabited by a large numb
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Teke Kneeling Figure DR Congo African 19 Inch SALE Was $390
Type of Object, Carving. Statue, Country of Origin, DR Congo. Republic of Congo, People, Teke, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, Second Half 20th century, Dimensions, 19.5 inches H. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, chips. Dents, scratches, Additional Information: This kneeling figure is identified with the Teke people who are today located in the Kwango River basin but are also found in a swath across the three countries of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Peopleâs Republic of the Congo and into Gabon. This is a strong rare example of carvings from the Teke that served to give spirits shape and belief form. Teke artistic activities are dedicated primarily to the carving of figures intended to have magical substances. Known as"Bonga, attached to them. Often referred to as"Power Figure" in the West, these ... morepowerful figures have different titles according to their purpose and who owns them. For example, figures known as"Matomba" prevent and cure illnesses and other figures identified as"nkira ntswo" or"nkiba" represent ancestors and were used during a ritual to propitiate nature spirits. Figures are not considered complete or powerful until given energy through the application of the magical substances into the stomach cavity, or placed as a ball around the figure. Teke figures are magically"switched on" by the"ngaa, the local ritual specialist, after which they will be addressed and given offerings that through time add to the power that the figure contains. The facial scarification of vertical lines known as"mabina" are used by a number of the smaller subgroups such as the Mfinu or the Yanzi who share similar sculptural styles with the Teke. This male figure does not have the magical material attached to its body. However it has been covered with red powder that also has magical attributes. It falls into the category of Nkira(or Nkiba) Ntsyo. Which is a commemorative statue, representing great chief, priests, family's l
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SUPERB BAULE MBRA MONKEY RITUAL FIGURE #1952 - For African Art Gallery
BAULE MBRA MONKEY FIGURE#1952 Tribe: Baule. Country: Ivory Coast. Material: Wood. Leather, libations. Size: 17" 43.2 cm) Tall Item: 1952 Condition: Good. Obvious signs of age, good coating of libations. See photos. Provenance: Ex. James E. Adkins Collection(Florida. USA) Monkey. Known as Mbra and sometimes referred to as Gbekre by the Baule, are considered as power figures used in many rituals. One ritual is a trance divination, where the spirit of Mbra assists the diviner in his effort to convey messages from the spirits of other world to the living, in order to solve a problem during a consultation. This is the one rare occasion where an Mbra can be seen to everybody. When not in use. The Mbra would be displayed on a shrine. Monkey figures are considered too powerful for women to see, and are kept hidden in the bush where they are ... morefed with sacrificial offerings. The encrusted patina on this figure is from sacrificial offerings and ritual libations poured over the figure. The bowl was used as a container for magic elements. Some large. Even sinister-looking, full-sized versions are thought to be carved by blacksmiths and used as guardians of special places or even entire villages. They usually have bared teeth and are also heavily encrusted with sacrificial offerings. by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Check out my! Customer Service: 561-745-1905 Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. On Apr-06-12 at 12:15:27 PDT. Seller added the following information: Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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African Old Art - fine LOBI ancestor figure with nice used patina - BURKINA FASO
LOBI- BURKINA FASO mid XXè- 17.71" 45 cm Very hard and heavy wood FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE: Visitez ma boutique Ebay Vous y trouverez des objets d'art premier tribal primitif ethnique masque africains statue africaine du Mali Burkina Togo Ghana Congo Zaire bénin nigeria gabon et du cameroun cote dogon bambara luba hemba baoulé Africans tribal mask available art africain afrique african africa afrika africanische Kunst afrikaan afrikan avaliable in my ebay shop
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Fon Figure Abstract Benin African Art SALE Was $90
Title, Fon Figure. Abstract, Dark Patina, Benin,African, Type of Object, Carving statue. Figure, Country of Origin, Republic of Benin(former Dahomey) People, Fon, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, height is 17.5 inches, Overall Condition, Fair, Damage/Repair, minor cracks and chips. Old insect damage, Additional Information: This highly abstracted standing male figure without facial details and coverd with black patina poises a problem of identity and location. It shares with a number of different ethnic groupings strong similarities such as the Fon and the Akan. The figure has a number of traits that are found among the Fon. The oval head. Short neck, arms close to the body and the shape of the legs, and the dark surface all have counterparts in sculpture from the Fon. The absence of facial features is ... morealso common in Fon sculpture especially in Power figure called Bochio. It is challenging to determine the use and functions of the present carving. This figure could have been a figure in a shrine where. But it is missing all the additional magic elements particular to the Bochio sculpture. It is interesting that a figure by itself has little or no meaning. And in fact these are usually purchased in the market. They assume their magical attributes only after being empowered by a diviner, who will usually attach materials which have been gathered by the"patient. Such figures are known as power figures or"fetishes" Called Bochio by the Fon and used in the context of Vodun ritual practices. The use of fetishes, large and small, among the Vodun practitioners of Benin is widespread, and in fact they are a vital part of daily life in many villages. A fetish Bochio is, in its simplest terms, a prayer: a remote object, ritually empowered by a priest, used as an intermediary vehicle for change. Once a fetish has entered the market, there is no way to know exactly what it was used for. The most frequent use of a Bochio is to drive away the meddling forces of witchcraft, whic
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Zande Female Figure Oregon Collection African 20 Inch SALE Was $750
Type of Object, Sculpture. Carving, figure, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, Azande/ Zande, Materials, Wood. Beads, pigment, Approximate Age, mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 20 inches H. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, large crack(split) in the back. Several cracks in head and other places in the body, large chip in rear of left leg, Zande Standing Female Figure Oregon Collection Provenance: From ... morean old Oregon collection. Certificate of provenance available! Additional Information: The Azande(Zande) figures the most famous are known as Yanda. Served to represent ancestral or protective spirits who looked over the members of an Azande cult known as Mani(This cult was also shared by close neighbors the Mangbetu) But the present figure does not belong to the category of Yanda. Its size and its form seem different for the ordinary Yanda figures.Our figure is large and made of a light-colored wood. It could be an ancestor figure. Zande ancestors figures are rare and usually carved in pair. They are shrine piece and used to honor the ancestors, to ask for their blessings and assistance during the ancestor cult, and in various rituals intended to protect families, to bring well being, health, and wealth to people. This unusual figure shows some use and age. The surface color comes from the magical application of roots. Plants, bark and seeds applied during the ritual. Recommended Reading: E.E. Evans-Pritchard. Witchcraft Oracles and Magic Among The Azande, 1937, 1950, 1959, Oxford at the Clarendon Press I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batuluk
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African Tribal Collection - QUALITY BAGA NIMBA HEADDRESS FIGURE (FEMALE) GUINEA
African Tribal Collection- QUALITY BAGA NIMBA HEADDRESS FIGURE GUINEA(FEMALE) Search WELCOME TO THE AFRICAN TRIBAL COLLECTION Authentic African antiquities& artefacts for discerning collectors BAGA NIMBA HEADDRESS from Guinea*Please see our other listings for more tribal offerings from Africa. Updated every few days. We sell genuine tribally-used African masks and carving. Using some of the profits to support some villages in West Africa. Item Number: MA1424 Originates from: Guinea. West Africa Tribe: Nimba Approximate age: Mid 20th C entury Measurements inches Height 23 Width 8 D 9 Measurements cm Height 58 Width 20 D 23 Materials: Wood. Kaolin Note: This lovely Nimba headdress was field collected from a village on the border of Guinea-Bissau in the 70's. It has nice patina and delicate intricate scarification as well as faded white ... morekaolin paint. It is in good condition and a magnificent piece. WELCOME TO THE AFRICAN TRIBAL COLLECTION Excellent quality Tribal Art at sensible prices YOUR BEST SOURCE FOR AUTHENTIC AFRICAN ANTIQUES(MUCH OF THE SALES PROFIT GOES BACK TO HELP SUPPORT VILLAGES IN WEST AFRICA) We are a husband and wife team based in the UK with strong personal links to Ghana and much of West Africa. Over the past few decades we have been passionate collectors of African antiques with particular interest in tribally used ceremonial masks and figures. We have both previously lived in West Africa for more than 15 years and have an extensive personal collection from our travels around Africa. African tribal art has been very sought after over the past decades and it is commonly known that tribal art has been plundered during this time and many'copies' have entered the market. However. With the right knowledge and expertise it is still possible to find nice authentic tribal art pieces in Africa. We also take requests from buyers to find specific pieces in Africa. We are in Africa several times a year searching for tribal treasures from'untapped' sources and our travels involve going
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African Tribal Collection - DOGON / TELLEM ANCESTRAL FIGURE, from MALI
African Tribal Collection- DOGON/ TELLEM ANCESTRAL FIGURE from MALI Search WELCOME TO THE AFRICAN TRIBAL COLLECTION Authentic African antiquities& artefacts for discerning collectors Dogon/ Tellem Ancestral Figure, Mali Item Number: ST1210 Originates from: Mali Tribe: Dogon/ Tellem Approximate age: Mid 20th Century Measurements(inches) H 27 W 5 D 4.5 Measurements(cm) H 70 W 13 D 12 Materials: Wood Condition: Good DOGON Dogon art is extremely versatile. Although common stylistic characteristics– such as a tendency towards stylization– are apparent on the statues. As a general characterization of Dogon statues, one could say that they render the human body in a simplified way, reducing it to its essentials. Some are extremely elongated with emphasis on geometric forms. The subjective impression is one of immobility with a mysterious sense ... moreof a solemn gravity and serene majesty, although conveying at the same time a latent movement. Dogon sculpture recreates the silhouettes of the Tellem, featuring raised arms and a thick patina made of blood and millet beer. The Dogon style has evolved into a kind of cubism: ovoid head. Squared shoulders, tapered extremities, pointed breasts, forearms, and thighs on a parallel plane, hairdos stylized by three or four incised lines. Dogon sculptures serve as a physical medium in initiations and as an explanation of the world. They serve to transmit an understanding to the initiated, who will decipher the statue according to the level of their knowledge. zyama.com) Mali The 400.000 Dogon live 180 miles south of Timbuktu on the cliffs of Bandiagara, which dominate the plains for over 150 miles. Because of the difficult approach to these regions and the aridity of the climate, the Dogon have been isolated and hence were able to conserve their ancient religious habits and ways of making the necessary tools for their carvings. zyama.com) WELCOME TO THE AFRICAN TRIBAL COLLECTION Excellent quality Tribal Art at sensible prices YOUR BEST SOURCE FOR AUTHENTIC AFRICAN ANTIQUES(M
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Bronze Figure Nupe Tada Niger Nigeria African 21 Inches H.
Title, Bronze figure after early figure from Nupe at Tada.�REPLICA, Type of Object, Bronze Sculpture? Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Nupe- Yoruba? Materials, Bronze/Copper  Alloy? Approximate Age, 20th century after 12-13th century, Dimensions, 21 inches H x 14 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Holes. Dents, and casting flaws in places, some oxidation on the surface, cracks to the bottom, ... moreAdditional Information: Near the Nupe village of Tada on the right bank of the Niger River close by the early Yoruba center of Oyo-Ile a bronze sculpture of a seated male similar to this was found dating back to the 12th or 13th century. This figure follows in the early tradition of skillful bronze casting first seen at Ife in the 12th century. This seated figure with a ringed neck. Its raised knee and a full abdomen is naturalistically rendered in a stylized replica wearing a skirt with a squared design patterns. The decorative pattern on the skirt as well as the bow at the side are similarly found on the seated figure from Tada. The pesent figure holds a carved horn in his left hand and the snake in his right hand. The facial features are classic Yoruba and similar to figures found in the wonderfully cast bronze memorial portraits found at Ife. It also is cast with the same care and detail as those early figures from early Ife. The large hole in the back of head was an opening necessary during the casting process. This figure is a replica after early Ife and reflects the skill of the contemporary Yoruba bronze caster. Additional Reading: Willett. F. Ife in the History of We
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Antique Old Rare African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Boy Doll Figure
This is Very old rare Antique Old Rare African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Doll Figure.This figure crafted by wood with great condition!This figure used for decorative.Collection and gift. incredible piece for collection. Origin Jodhpur Rajasthan India See Photos for more details& actual condition. Size: 4 x 1 x 1.5 Inch Approx Weight: 140 Kilograms(All three) ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED NEXT BUSINESS DAY AFTER RECEIVING FULL PAYMENT.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE SHIPPED BY INDIAN POST.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE TAKEN 15-20 BUSINESS DAYS TO DELIVER GOODS WORLDWIDE.STANDARD SHIPPING ALSO OFFERED BY DHL AND FEDEX REQUEST ON BUYER Note: After received dagger Positive feedback with Five Star Rating Needed PayPal is Accepted Item will be shipped next business day of receiving full payment Any other mode of payment will be accepted(only for ... moreIndian Buyers) Note: Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message FreeAuctionDesigns On Apr-22-13 at 04:10:10 PDT. Seller added the following information: 4ffc.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*77%3E4ffc-13eb9736651-0xf2-
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Antique Old Rare African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Lady Doll Figure
Antique Old Rare African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Doll Figure This is Very old rare Antique Old Rare African Wooden Hand Carved 3 Piece Tribal Doll Figure.This figure crafted by wood with great condition!This figure used for decorative.Collection and gift. incredible piece for collection. Origin Jodhpur Rajasthan India See Photos for more details& actual condition. Size: 4.5 x 2 x1.5 Inch Approx Weight: 160 Kilograms(All three) ITEM WILL BE SHIPPED NEXT BUSINESS DAY AFTER RECEIVING FULL PAYMENT.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE SHIPPED BY INDIAN POST.INTERNATIONAL ORDERS WILL BE TAKEN 15-20 BUSINESS DAYS TO DELIVER GOODS WORLDWIDE.STANDARD SHIPPING ALSO OFFERED BY DHL AND FEDEX REQUEST ON BUYER Note: After received dagger Positive feedback with Five Star Rating Needed PayPal is Accepted Item will be shipped next business day of receiving ... morefull payment Any other mode of payment will be accepted(only for Indian Buyers) Note: Thank you for looking at our listings. Please bid and buy with confidence. We are a new seller on ebay but are an established antique dealer for a long time in the city of Jodhpur. Rajasthan. If you have any queries. Please do not hesitate to send a message FreeAuctionDesigns On Apr-22-13 at 04:10:10 PDT. Seller added the following information:
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Mangbetu Female Figure Large DR Congo African
Title, Mangbetu Female Figure DR Congo Africa Large, Type of Object, Carved sculpture. Figure, carving, Country of Origin, Democratic Republic of Congo, People, Mangbetu, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 35 inches H. with stand, Overall Condition, Fair to good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, crack in face in one cheek. Crack in one foot, right hand, right rear foot, and left rear buttock chipped, ... moreage cracks in head, wear, scratches. HEAVY! Additional Information: A wonderful large standing female figure in a classic Mangbetu style of sculpture with her beautiful chignon and body decorated with typical Mangbetu markings. The Mangbetu sculptures symbolize the ideal of male or female beauty. This beauty is translated by the elongated. Wrapped head with an elaborate hairstyle(chignon) and by the geometric patterns and the body painting that are observed on the real individual in their personal appearance. Most of them portrayed existing people. Usually female figures would have a hand in front of the sexual organ and in the back. This is probably a gesture of decency from women. In some cases the sex of the female figure was covered with"cache-sexe" or a piece of barkcloth. The statue presented here is a rare example of an art seldom seen on the market. The 40.000 Mangbetu are of Sudanese origin. They moved across the border into North East Democratic Republic of Congo(DRC) several hundred years ago and live just south of the Zande and west of the Boa-two groups that also moved into the DRC from the Sudan. The Mangbetu are famous mostly for their clay mugs and
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►CLASSIC MAMBILA TADEP ANCESTOR FIGURE/ SCULPTURE/ CARVING ~African Art/Cameroon
For further details, please visit the item description at our Website(click on the image above) Mambila Tadep Ancestor Figure( Cameroon) Description: From our personal collection. On offer is this classic ancestor figure from the Mambila peoples of Cameroon. With its distinctive, eye-catching form, this style of sculpture is known as a tadep figure. Used by the Suaga association for protection as well as judiciary purposes. Characterized by exaggerated features. Including an elongated, somewhat heart-shaped face, protruding belly, bent-knee stance, the figure is adorned with wooden pegs across the head& brow, outlining the face& chin, on the torso. The face& eyes are accentuated by an application of white pigment. Overall condition: good. There are some imperfections in the wood. Including basic wear& tear, scrapes& abrasions, ... moredry age-cracks, chips to the feet(including one large chip to the back& a smaller one to the front of the figure's right foot) Some pigment loss, evidence of old insect damage(arrested) some missing pegs. Encrusted patina(there are areas of flaking pigment& patina) Superb display. Materials: wood. Pigment Approximate dimensions: 22.5" H x 7" W x 7" D Estimated age: 40+ years Total shipping weight: ca. 11-lbs. All sales final. Payment must be made within 4 days of end of auction/sale. All items carefully packed. shipped promptly after payment received/cleared. Unless otherwise specified in the item description, shipping to the U.S. will generally be via USPS Priority Mail or USPS Parcel Post. Expedited shipping upgrade is available& optional(please contact seller for adjusted shipping fees) Will ship worldwide, with int
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Hemba Janus Figure DR Congo African SALE Was $310
Title, Hemba Janus Figure DR Congo African, Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Hemba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, mid-20th Century, Dimensions, Height: 16.5 Inches, Overall Condition, Fair to Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear. Chips, scratches, shallow cracks, Additional Information: This well used arved Janus figure with bowl in the top comes from the Hemba people who today live on ... morethe savannah in the southeast region of the Democratic of Congo along the Lualaba River. This male and female pair known as Kabeja is owned by the clan head. Fumu Mwela. Kabeja figures were not strictly considered to be portraits as they depicted rank, social status and ethnic identity through stance, hair-style and dress. The warm colored patination and encrustation in small plces come as a result of extended use through offerings and touching and indicate some age and long use. The Hemba are broken into a number of chiefdoms with local styles of carving that share similarities but differ in details of sculpting and in the use of body marking. Among the Hemba there are secret societies called Bukazanzi for men and Bukibilo for the women that serve to balance the power of the clan chief. Therefore this joined sculpture of male and female joined together reflects the balance of power between the clan head and the men and women in Hemba society. These figures are present at clan meetings led by the chief(Fumu Mwela) where the figures received offerings and served as intercessors between the living and the dead and to recognize lineage heads and document title to land. I have exami
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V LARGE ANTIQUE YORUBA CARVED WOODEN FIGURE AFRICAN TRIBAL ART STATUE NOT IBEJI
THIS ITEM WILL BE POSTED FROM LONDON. UK. Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! Dimensions. Condition, Postage& Payment Details- most of the information you will need is here on this page but please get in touch if you don't find what you are looking for. Condition& Dimensions More than just a pretty picture. Try Vendio Image Hosting. Postage& Packing For your peace of mind and mine items will be sent fully insured. I will be posting from WEDNESDAY 29TH MAY so please make payment as early as possible. PLEASE be a little patient with the post- I will get them posted asap but I work on my own. Often have a fair amount to post and I do pack carefully. I also post in the order that things are paid for. Any delays by the postal services either at my end or abroad are rarely my fault. I always post out at ... morethe latest 3 working days after receiving cleared payment but sometimes an item is slowed up by a backlog of post or delayed whilst being processed through customs. To give you an idea it generally takes about 3-7 working days within Europe and 9- 14 working days to the U.S. rest of the world. If speed is of the essence then I can use a courier(DHL/ FEDEX etc. but prices for couriers start at around £30/ £40GBP for the very smallest object and VERY quickly escalate depending on size. Weight and destination. Please note also that there has been a considerable hike in postage prices by the Royal Mail this year. I add on very little, often not enough to cover the packaging materials, so the price I quote really is as fair as possible. UK: Special Delivery: $18.60 USD. Europe: Royal Mail international signed for(insured to $77.50 USD only) $30.90 USD. Extra insurance will cost an additional $4.03 USD should you wish to have it. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited tracking(depending on your country) U.S and rest of the world: Royal Mail international signed for(insured to $77.50 USD only) $46.05 USD. Extra insurance will cost an additional $4.03 USD s
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Ewe or Fon Voodun (Vodoo) Clay Altar Figure Richard & Libby Wheeler Coll African
Title, Ewe or Fon Voodun(Vodoo) Clay Altar Figure Richard& Libby Wheeler Coll African, Type of Object, Vodun(Vodoo) fetish. Shrine piece Country of Origin, Togo. Benin(former Dahomey) People, Ewe or Fon, Materials, Clay. Pigment, Approximate Age, First Half 20th century, Dimensions, 16.5 inches H. x 14.5 inches W. x 7.5 inches d. Overall Condition, Poor. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, several cracks in places. Chips and stains in places, neck repaired on female figure, encrustations, cowry shells missing in female's eyes, cracked breast, wear and cracks in the back, Provenance: Richard& Libby Wheeler Collection. Richard and Elizabeth Wheeler are noted ... moreChicago collectors of both Native American and African art. We have recently purchased their superb African collection. Additional Information: This sculpted clay pair comes from Fon or Ewe people living along the lower Mano River Region that serves as the border between Benin and Togo. Benin is the renaming of the country known earlier as Dahomey) The Fon and Ewe number about two million in aggregate with the Fon drawing much of their religious and spiritual direction from their Yoruba neighbors to the east. In fact both share a similar religious system in which deities among the Yoruba called Orishas are known as vodun among the Fon with similar characteristics and powers. In the various districts of communities altars would be dedicated to deities with specific attributes and powers. Figures of this type among the Fon and Ewe are generally found in the lower Mano River Region and in a tradition not fully documented. Figures such as this seated pair most probably resided on an altar where they received offerings of millet gruel poured over their heads and faces as can be seen in the residue on these two figures. Clay figures such as this were identified by the Fon as" K
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Luba Half Figure Holding Bowl On Stand DR Congo African Miniature
Title, Luba Half Figure Holding Bowl DR Congo African Miniature, Type of Object, Carving. Miniature, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Luba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 8 inches H.x 2.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old insect damage arrested. Chips throughout, shallow cracks, Additional Information: A half figure with cavity to the top. The surface ... moreshows a worn dark patina. The figure is identified with the Luba from the Democratic Republic of Congo. These Luba miniatures called Kakidji belong to the category of power figures. They are commissioned by the ritual specialists(Nganga) who use them to heal. Protect against evil forces, and for the wealth and well-being of individuals. At the end of the treatment, the patient or client will keep the figurine in his/her house to ensure good long-term relationship with the spirit and get permanent blessings from him. The history of the Luba can be traced back at least 500 years. And they have dominated much of southern part of the Congo during most of this timespan. While there are dozens of art-producing peoples of Congolese origin who have contributed significantly to the recognition of West African art, the Luba, along with their closely related neighbors the Hemba, are debatably the most important of them all, with many masterpieces scattered throughout the world. In fact, much of the art from the southern half of the Congo will contain Luba elements, showing that indeed imitation is the highest form of flattery. The Luba, like most African peoples, fashion a wide variety of
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Bamileke/ Bangwa Figure Hunter-Warrior Holding Riffle/Knife Cameroon African
Title, Bamileke/ Bangwa Figure Hunter-Warrior Holding Riffle/Knife Cameroon Africa, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Cameroon. Grasslands Region, People, Bamileke or Bangwa, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 14 Inches H. Overall Condition, Poor to Fair, Damage/Repair, shallow cracks. Chips Additional Information: A commemorative Bamileke/Bangwa sculpture. Representation of a male ancestor or a king in his ceremonial attire including hat, necklace, grown, and a bag. The standing figure holds a riffle in one hand and a knife in the other hand. each hand. The figure is covered with red pigment. He might represent a chief, a dignitary or obviously a warroir or a hunter. The surface indicates some age and exposure to elements. Our figure comes from the Cameroon Grasslands. This is a rather ... morecomplex and remote area both geographically and culturally. The majority of the peoples now inhabiting this region migrated south during the"Fulani Wars" of the 17th century. The Grasslands is dominated today by three large cultures: the Bamun. Bamileke, and the Bamenda Tikar. Each village is led by a primary chief, or"Fon. All people in the area are expected to pay allegiance to this leader. Each Fon is selected by his predecessor, based on the dominant lineage within that community. The Fon is served by a council of elders, who advise him on all important decisions and who also play an important role in the selection of the next Fon. Most chiefs serve for a lifetime, abdicating the throne only when near death. Complex societies also help to structure the community, and the Fon oversees these as well. Most large figures from this area are produced for the Fon, not only to honor him but for his personal use and display. These pieces can be unbelievably complex, taking an enormous amount of time, talent, and money to produce. There are some famous early pictures from Cameroon showing the Fon with his attendants and royal sculpture. The finest of these stunning s
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Bamileke/ Bangwa Memorial Figure With Cap Holding Staff Cameroon African
Title, Bamileke/ Bangwa Memorial Ancestor Figure Cameroon African, Type of Object, Carving, Country of Origin, Cameroon. Grasslands Region, People, Bamileke or Bangwa, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 14 Inches. Overall Condition, Poor to Fair, Damage/Repair, old insect damage arrested. Holes, chips Additional Information: A commemorative Bamileke/Bangwa sculpture. Representation of a male ancestor or a king in his ceremonial attire including hat, necklace, grown, and staffs. The figure is sitting on a throne and holds staff in each hand. The figure is heavily covered with red pigment. Apparently it represents a king or chief. Our piece displays obvious age and intensive use. Our figure comes from the Cameroon Grasslands. This is a rather complex and remote area both geographically and culturally. ... moreThe majority of the peoples now inhabiting this region migrated south during the"Fulani Wars" of the 17th century. The Grasslands is dominated today by three large cultures: the Bamun. Bamileke, and the Bamenda Tikar. Each village is led by a primary chief, or"Fon. All people in the area are expected to pay allegiance to this leader. Each Fon is selected by his predecessor, based on the dominant lineage within that community. The Fon is served by a council of elders, who advise him on all important decisions and who also play an important role in the selection of the next Fon. Most chiefs serve for a lifetime, abdicating the throne only when near death. Complex societies also help to structure the community, and the Fon oversees these as well. Most large figures from this area are produced for the Fon, not only to honor him but for his personal use and display. These pieces can be unbelievably complex, taking an enormous amount of time, talent, and money to produce. There are some famous early pictures from Cameroon showing the Fon with his attendants and royal sculpture. The finest of these stunning sculptures are ornately decorated with colorful beads and
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KONGO AFRICAN SEATED FIGURE from the Caminda Region
Beautiful. Old Congo Figure from the Cabinda Region.10 inches tall and 4 inches wide
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Serene Old Kongo praying figure, Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art
Serene Old Kongo praying figure. Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art This is a carved wooden shrine figure from the Congo(DRC)Central Africa and the KONGO/ YOMBE peoples. This is a genuine old example showing much actual field use and wear. There is NO doubt this figure is old. There is some loss to one arm and knee, this is worn smooth from age and handling and wood now light and dry. a beautiful old example. No doubt it is antique. This statue measures 9 3/4 inches tall with a 2 lb shipping weight. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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Old Yaka Magic fetish , Shrine Figure with magic bundles,african ritual, tribal
Old Yaka Magic fetish. Shrine Figure with magic bundles,african ritual, tribal This is a carved wooden shrine figure from the Congo(DRC)central Africa and the YAKA peoples. This idol is known as a Batiki or Spirit figure. And wa used as a medium to the spirit world. Such fetish figures were used by village diviners and shaman and placed on shrines often as aids to ward of illness and promote good health. This is a genuine old example showing much actual field use and wear. This statue measures 14 3/4 inches tall with a 2 lb shipping weight. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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Yoruba Ibeji Figure Platform Shoes Nigeria African Art SALE Was $150
Title, Yoruba Ibeji Figure Platform Shoes Nigeria African Art, Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Country of Origin, Nigeria, People, Yoruba, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 11 inches H. Overall Condition, Good.  Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Chips. Scrapes and scratches in places, Additional Information: Among the Yoruba. Who have the highest rate of twins in the world, the arrival of twins ... moreis seen as both a blessing and an omen because of the high mortality rate. If a twin dies, an image dedicated to Ibeji, the deity of twins, is carved to serve as the earthly abode for the spirit of the deceased. AFRICAN DOLLS FOR PLAY AND MAGIC, by Dagan. Among the Yoruba, twins have special powers, much like the orisha. and are to be treated with respect throughout their lives. If a twin dies, the mother seeks a diviner's advice about which carver should make the ere ibeji to stand in for the dead child. Once the figure is carved, the artist activates it by soaking it in a special solution and rubbing it with specific oils. The mother treats the ere ibeji as if it were alive, feeding, dressing, and bathing the image. Its face is washed with soap or sugarcane fiber, then rubbed with a cloth and indigo or laundry bluing. After a period of time, the facial features may be rubbed away. ISN'T S/HE A DOLL-PLAY AND RITUAL IN AFRICAN SCULPTURE/Cameron) 020438* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned
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Congo: Tribal used old African Bakongo mask with protection figure.
Tribal used Impressive african mask with protection figure from the Bakongo. Congo. Height: 41 cm.
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Yaka Power Figure with Magic Charge DR Congo African
Title, Yaka Power Figure With Magic Charge DR Congo African, Type of Object, Carving. Fetish, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Yaka, Materials, Wood. Unknown material, cloth, mud, reeds, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 10.25 inches H. x 4.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, Fragile encrustation. Cracks and chips in encrustation, Additional Information: A Yaka figure with magical charge around the body and secured with reeds. This piece belongs to the category of M'bwoolo or magic figures and may have been used for healing or for protection. This figure shows a conical headdress and facial details typical of the Yaka style. The present day Yaka number approximately 300.000 and live along the Kwango River in the SW Democratic Republic of the Congo. Their neighbors are the Pende. They have ... morea highly developed artistic sense-and they instill beauty and drama in even mundane objects. They are best known for the upturned noses found on initiation masks and diviner's fetishes, but their art can be abstract and vague as well. They sometimes create statues of considerable proportions. Though these normally are used by diviners and fall in the"fetish" category,M'bwoolo, they also carve large ancestor figures like the one offered here. It is possible that this figure had a divination purpose,because of the mirror presence in the abdomen and the added substances. See similar pieces and more information about the Yaka in ART OF THE YAKA AND SUKU. By Arthur P. Bourgeois, 1984. 73060* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling on eBay since 1997 and has received more than 30,000 positive feedbacks. It is owned by Eliza and Sara, who began the company after spending a year wandering southern Africa in a camper van with their multi-racial family. They have been honored with eBay's Hall of Fame award, and by eBay Giving Works, through which they have raised more
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Luba or Neighbors Half Figure DR Congo African Miniature
Title, Luba or Neighbors Half Figure DR Congo African Miniature, Type of Object, Carving. Miniature, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Luba or neighbors(Zela. Zula, Tumbwe, Kasongo) Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 9.5 inches H.x 3.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in base, Additional Information: A half figure with cavity in the head. The surface shows a worn ... moredark patina. The figure is identified with the Luba or neighbors(Zela. Zula, Tumbwe, Kasongo) from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Among these peoples miniatures like this belong to the category of power figures commissioned by the ritual specialists(Nganga) and used by individuals for protection against evil forces, and for their wealth and well-being. Such miniatures are kept in individual shrine to ensure good long-term relationship with the spirit and get permanent blessings from him. The history of the Luba can be traced back at least 500 years. And they have dominated much of southern part of the Congo during most of this timespan. While there are dozens of art-producing peoples of Congolese origin who have contributed significantly to the recognition of West African art, the Luba, along with their closely related neighbors the Hemba, are debatably the most important of them all, with many masterpieces scattered throughout the world. In fact, much of the art from the southern half of the Congo will contain Luba elements, showing that indeed imitation is the highest form of flattery. The Luba, like most African peoples, fashion a wide variety of everyday objects out of
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Chokwe Female Figure Hamba Miniature DR Congo African
Title, Chokwe Standing Female Figure on Stand Miniature, Type of Object, Carving Figure, Country of Origin, DR Congo. Angola, People, Chokwe, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 8.25 inches H. x 2 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in head. Torso, and base, chips and scratches in places, Additional Information: A well carved miniature of a standing female figure with ... morehole in the head. This figure coming from the Chokwe culture belongs to the category of Mahamba(plural) Hamba(sing) known as spiritual entities used in numerous rituals for individual purpose. The Chokwe are made up of four sub-tribes. And live in Angola and the SR Congo, formerly Zaire. Their art is well-known because of their face masks with deep lobes and coffee bean eyes, cruciform on forehead, scarification on cheeks, and pointed teeth use in the ceremonies of initiation and circumcision of young boys(Mukanda) Beside the masks, the Chokwe are also known because of their court art which includes carving figures such as this depicting Chibinda Ilunga, staffs, scepters, chairs or thrones, and other insignia of authority and office, and also for their variety of objects associated to the divination. Among other historical character represented in the art of the Chokwe is the figure of Ruej(Lueji) the queen of Lunda people, the chief, Mwanangana, the wives and sisters of the chief. All these figures are considered to embody the ancestor spirits whose role is to protect the living. These figures are usually well carved and details are treated with much care compare to another ser
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AFRICAN YORUBA FIGURE STAFF - BIRDS- RARE LARGE
YORUBA METAL STAFF- PROTECTIVE STAFFS USED OUTSIDE HOUSE- 36" = good ssolid shape for age =nicely delineated birds. Old work
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AFRICAN BRONZE FIGURE MEN WARRIOR MANDING WEIGHT FROM IVORY COAST AFRICA
Statue of men bronze. Height: 7 cms/ 2.9 inches Craft(Home-made) bronze realized according to the technique of the wax lost.
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AFRICAN BAULE FEMALE FIGURE WOOD SCULPTURE GREAT HAIR!
This auction is for an old African Baule female statue. Made of hand carved wood. Fancy hair do. About 23" tall/5" wide. Condition; please look at the cracks to her stomach. Base and the left side of her face. Great addition to your African artifact collection! THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION! Sold AS IS. Your questions or requests for additional pictures prior to bidding are welcomed. Payment via PayPal is expected within 7 days of auction's end date. NO PERSONAL CHECKS PLEASE. FOR SERIOUS BIDDERS ONLY. Thank you for looking.
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Old Large African Carved / Polychromed Wood Baule Maternity Figure 28" tall!
For sale here is a vintage. Old African maternity polychromed wood statue. This charming standing female figure is holding a baby on her back. Will probably date to the mid 20th century. From Africa's West Coast- Baule tribe. Size- about 28 inches tall by 8 inches wide by 6 inches deep. Condition- Please scroll up. Signature? no. Please note; This piece is old and sold AS IS. All stated sizes or dates are approximate. For the sake of a smooth and satisfying transaction- please ask all your questions prior to the end of the auction. I will do my best to get back to you in a timely manner. Shipping quote is a flat estimate for domestic destinations. The items sold differ in sizes and shapes and are packed only after they were sold. Your PayPal account will be refunded if there is a significant difference between the quote and the actual ... moreshipping price. Payment is due within 3 days. New York State residents are to pay sales tax. Please advise if you hold a valid NYS resale certificate.
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Antique Large African Carved Wood Senufo Seated Figure 43" tall!
For sale here is a vintage. Large old African seated female wood statue. This figure has beautiful engraved geometrical designs. Will probably date to the first part of the 20th century. From the Senufo tribe- Ivory Coast region. Size- about 43! inches tall by 9 inches wide by 11 inches deep. Condition- Please scroll up. Signature? no. Please note; This piece is old and sold AS IS. All stated sizes or dates are approximate. For the sake of a smooth and satisfying transaction- please ask all your questions prior to the end of the auction. I will do my best to get back to you in a timely manner. Shipping quote is a flat estimate for domestic destinations. The items sold differ in sizes and shapes and are packed only after they were sold. Your PayPal account will be refunded if there is a significant difference between the quote and the actual ... moreshipping price. Payment is due within 3 days. New York State residents are to pay sales tax. Please advise if you hold a valid NYS resale certificate.
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Lega Standing Figure Iginga DR Congo African SALE Was $95
Title, Lega Standing Figure Iginga. DR Congo, African, Type of Object, Carving. Figure, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Lega, Materials, Wood. Pigment, stain, cowrie shells, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, Height is 12.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, cracks in head and back. Chips in arms and legs, stain, Additional Information: The arts of the Lega(Warega) are well-known by collectors. ... moreAnd highly regarded for their naive, abstract appeal. The bulk of Lega artistic output is reserved for use by and for members of the"Bwami" Society.Figures representing humans, like this small"iginga, complete with short arms and hands, with tooth, are rare. These small figures, used in the higher levels of Bwami, are normally much more abstract. Bwami is a complex organization consisting of multiple levels, and is open to both men and women. It forms the essential component of political, social, and religious life. Within Bwami, artworks are used in conjunction with proverbs, anecdotes, and performances to form complex, layered metaphors which teach moral values. For examples of"iginga, see Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIREAN ART-THE BRONSON COLLECTION. According to Cornet, These figurines are often part of an initiation basket owned collectively by a clan, and used in the ritual display of objects in the LUTUMBO LWA KINDI rite. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. Ph.D. 39971* All content. Including pictures, Copyright Africa Direct Inc. 2006 Add Us To Your Favorite Sellers! Africa Direct. Inc. has been selling
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Luba Figure Sitting on Stool DR Congo African Art 29 Inch
Title, Luba Figure Sitting on Stool DR Congo Africa, Type of Object, Sitting Figure, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Luba or neighbors, Materials, Wood. Pigment, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 29 inches H. Overall Condition, Poor. Most ofour pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, Patina worn away. Large cracks(splits)throughout from head, neck, torso, stool, and base; dents, chips, scrapes and scratches in several places, patina worn off. Additional Information: ... moreThis well used female figure sitting on a stool comes from the Luba people or from a small sub-group surrounding the Luba. Many of Luba sculpture depict a female person. It is through woman that the continuity of the clan is ensured. It is through woman that the ancestor reveals himself anew in the child" see Neyt. F. Luba, 1994) The woman gives life and nourishes the community. Female figures are considered to embody the spirits guarantor of fecundity and well-being of members of the community. The Luba excel at the veneration of feminine beauty and motherhood. And much of their skillfully crafted artworks, like this exquisite headrest, reflect this ideal. The use and function of this sculpture remain unclear. It is possible that this sculpture was used as a memorial figure. The surface shows that the figure was painted several time and used during an extensive period of time. The history of the Luba can be traced back at least 500 years. And they have dominated much of southern part of the Congo during most of this time span. At the height of their expansion their empire stretched east all the way to Lake Tanganyika. Luba Society is still a large culture, numbe
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African Igbo / Ibo "Edjo" Warrior Shrine Figure 5' 7" Tall
African Igbo/ Ibo"Edjo" Warrior Shrine Figure 5' 7" Tall African Igbo/Ibo Warrior Shrine Figure Igbo(Ibo) Shrine Figure Nigeria Carved wood. 20th century 66.5 inches tall and 10 inches wide The IBO are one of the largest ethnic groups in southeastern Nigeria. Shrine figures like this are called alusi or edjo and represent tutelary deities and ancestors. The triple line/box design down the chest of this figure tells us the ancestor being worshipped was a high-ranking military male or warrior. Death and afterlife play a large role in the customs& traditions of the Ibo. They believe all living things have two souls(the eternal ego or“maw” and the life force that dies with the body( Nkpuruk-obi) Both entities are karma. Both souls leave with the last breath, the“maw” takes on the form of a ghost, shadow or reflection, therefore ... moreno one wants to walk on a shadow. Some Ibo carry mirrors so that evil spirits will strike it and not their bodies. After death, a ferryman ghost( Asasabu) brings good souls across the river of death to be reincarnated into trees, animals and other living things. Because they believe in and respect the worship of spirits. Funeral ceremonies can take years with feasts, music, plays and pilgrimages. The Ibo believe their ancestors always watch them, and in order to pray to them and have them respond well, they throw food on the ground to feed and appease them. The“Fene Bene” or chief sets out drink and food for ancestors every eight days. It is against tribal law to speak ill of ancestors( Nduen Forbara) The Ibo were receptive to Christianity and education under British colonization and missionary influence. They played a major role in securing Nigerian independence from Britain in 1960. But many Ibo fled to the east, seceded from Nigeria in 1967 and called their government the Republic of Biafra. In 1970, civil war defeated Biafra. See: Herbert M.Cole. Igbo Art: Community and Cosmos, UCLA, 1984 Due to the size of this piece anyone outside the UK could you please contact us
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Dogon Mask with Carved Figure on Top Mali African SALE Was $99
Title, Dogon Mask with Carved Figure on Top Mali African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Mali, People, Dogon, Materials, Wood. Paint, Approximate Age, 20th Century Dimensions, Height is 25 inches. Overall Condition, Fair to good, Damage/Repair, broken arm of figure. Chips, shallow cracks, Additional Information: A mask from Dogon with its stylized human face surmounted by a standing female figure. This figure has its arms upraised in Tellem style(one arm is missing here) It represents an important ancestor. The oral tradition of the Dogon tells us that they originated on the west bank of the Niger River about 1000 years ago. They moved west at some point. Into parts of what is now Mossi territory in Burkina Faso, but chose to return east due to pressure to assimilate into the Mossi Kingdom. This time, around 1500, they found a place ... morealmost unreachable by invaders on horseback-the arid but imposing Bandiagara Cliffs. Here most of the Dogon have remained to this day, as one of Africa's most spiritual people. Dogon family dwellings, as well as their shrines and granaries, are constructed in a uniquely haunting way, leaving even the most jaded observer spellbound, in what can only be described as a"magic kingdom. The Dogon have taken the time-honored worship of ancestors to new heights, and their huge pantheon of astounding and colorful carvings reflect this. It is possible today for tourists and scholars to arrange masked dances for public view, but these dances are for entertainment only, and only a few of the art-forms are actually revealed. Ritually meaningful ceremonies are not shared with the public. The Dogon have even made their funerals a unique spectacle. Accompanied by the chanting of Binu priests, the body is reportedly lowered over the jagged cliffs into its final resting place, as dancers venerate the life of the deceased. Quite a way to enter the heavens! The important PBS series"Africa" did a beautiful segment on the Dogon and Fulani. Recommended Reading: Laude's AFRIC
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Fine African Art Carved Wood Ritual Figure Congo Kuba Tied Man Behind His Back
EUREKA ANTWERP ANTIQUES On offer this nice African ritual carved wood figure depicting a man with his hands tied behind his back. Take a look at the pictures these will tell much more than my description. Coming out the cellar of an old estate here in Antwerp. I do not know much about this piece but collectors will do, what I do know is that this piece must be from Congo that is what the successors told me. It is in the condition as depicted on my pictures with the usual typical wood cracks and everything what you see. This nice piece is about 7 ¾” 20cm) tall. An absolute must for collectors and I think this is a low start price. Important information to bidders! I have received more than one e-mail from eBay winners stating that the items which they have purchased from my auctions are much more beautiful in real life than depicted in ... morethe pictures. The shipping cost mentioned in the listing is an example for shipping from Belgium to China. Registered shipping and handling in to Belgium $12- For Europe& the USA $35- For the rest of the world $45. Shipping and handling costs are depend on the weight or size of the item. All items are very professionally packed. If possible we always do combined shipping. For more details or questions contact us please.
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A fine African Dogon bronze of a horseman or equestrian figure. y must see!!!!
A fine Dogon bronze of a horseman or equestrian figure. Horses were rare amongst the Dogon and were considered as a status symbol and reserved for the elite. This bronze horseman sits atop a elongated face horse with a companion Bronze pieces created by the lost wax method involves creating a model in beeswax. Once completed. Wax rods are attached to it and the entire model is encased in layers of fine clay. The structure is heated and the melted wax runs out through the channels or wax rods, molten metal is poured into the mold, created after wax was lost- the metal cools and hardens, the mold is broken and the piece has been created. Each piece is an original since the mold is broken after each one has been cast. Origin: Dogon ethnic group- MALI Age: Late 20th century Materials: Bronze Condition details: Good Dimensions: 3" high- 2" ... more1/2) wide
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SENUFO DOZO OLD ANIMISTIC AMULET FIGURE #Alobalo African Tribal Arts Ivory Coast
Item specfification Type of object Figure Ethnic group Senufo Material Wood. Cowrie, pigment Dimensions 22 inches(58 Cm) Approximate age XIXth Century Additional information Very old Senufo statue. This has served as fetish for a famous hunter in the North of Cote d'Ivoire. Rare piece. Authentic tribal piece with great value. Good for African tribal art collectors. The all Senufo are note farmers. Some are looking to become a« Dozo» Dozo are well knowed hunters of west africa. Specially because they are following a strict code based on honor. To become Dozo. The young apprentice have to get a long learning periode with a Grand Master. Irreproachable moral conduct is required. The code Dozo is based on respect for ancestors, honor and obedience to the master. Besides learning hunting. The Dozo apprentice is initiated to the religious ... morerituals. Dozo hunters makes regular offerings to the spirits and fetishes of the bush. They spend considerable time to the preparation of amulets. A hunter Dozo never go hunting without reciting some secret incantations. A hunter Dozo is distinguished by the shirt and pants he wears. Both are made of cotton and dyed with natural colors like brown. The Dozo adorns her blouse by various amulets. But also whistles, mirrors, horns of deer and some knives. In addition to its spiritual armor, a hunter Dozo is equiped with a rifle, a small ax, and a slaughtered animal tail transformed into flyswatter. We ship Worldwide from Burkina Faso. International standard shipping by Sonapost. Combine your purchases to reduce shipping cost. Please. Feel free to contact us for any question about this object or our selling conditions. We value communication with our business partners. and receive updates from our Ebay store. Thank you for visiting our store. Warm greetings from Africa! We accept Paypal as principal payment method. All major debit/credit card are welcome. After you win an auction or you buy an item. Please wait for us to send you the invoice before you process the payment. Sh
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