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$34.98 Shipping Location: United States One notable aspect of Makonde artistry is the wooden staff. This artistic creation holds great significance and is highly cherished within the Makonde ... morecommunity. The Makonde have also gained recognition beyond the community's borders, attracting interest from art collectors, museums, and enthusiasts worldwide.
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$59.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Makonde Pregnant Belly Mask Njorowe African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Mozambique. Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood. Pigment, ... moreApproximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 22 inches H. x 12 inches W. x 6 inches D. 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, chipped nipples. Scratches, some indigenous repairs to rim of mask, Additional Information: A beautiful belly mask made out of wood with exaggerate abdomen. Firm and high breasts, and a scarification above the navel! This so-called pregnant belly mask comes from the Makonde people. Women play an important role in Makonde mythology and art. The legend is that a man carved a figure of a woman. Fell asleep, and awoke to find that the statue had come to life. She gave him many children, and later became a venerated ancestress. The Makonde have an ancestress cult. Female body masks, depicting a torso with breasts, pregnant belly, and sometimes scarification patterns, promoted fertility.This female body mask was part of the costume of a special ndimu masker called a mwalindembo presenting a young pregnant woman. The mask was worn by a man and his performances emphasize the difficult of childbirth. For more information. See Kerchache's ART OF AFRICA.  I have examned this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. Â*77094* 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 com
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Makonde Helmet Mask With Hair Tanzania Africa Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, wood. Pigment, ... morehair, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches x 9.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, crack with repair in the bottom around chin and to the back. Mouth chipped, a few missing hair scratches, chips Additional Information: This well carved helmet mask with naturalistic look with human hair in the head comes from the Makonde. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. One of the most prominent of these arts are the life size helmet masks called Lipico which are worn on the top of the head partially covering the face and slightly tipped upward so that the dancer can see. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life serving to mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycle for boys as they move into manhood. The Lipico masks show a wide range of Makonde life and society as they depict initiates. Villagers, coastal Arabs and colonial officials. Makonde will sometimes embellish their masks with human hair(like on this example) or with beards; they will insert pegs for teeth, whiten the eyes and in a quest for realism often show human deformities. Most of the time such masks have a lip plug, which Makonde men used to wear. The type of wood used is locally known as njala. For several splendid examples and more information. See Bordogna's A TANZANIAN TRADITION. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 71787* 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 awa
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$34.98 Shipping Location: United States Title, Makonde Helmet Mask With Hair Tanzania Africa Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, wood. Pigment, ... morehair, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches x 9.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Good, Damage/Repair, crack with repair in the bottom around chin and to the back. Mouth chipped, a few missing hair scratches, chips Additional Information: This well carved helmet mask with naturalistic look with human hair in the head comes from the Makonde. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. One of the most prominent of these arts are the life size helmet masks called Lipico which are worn on the top of the head partially covering the face and slightly tipped upward so that the dancer can see. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life serving to mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycle for boys as they move into manhood. The Lipico masks show a wide range of Makonde life and society as they depict initiates. Villagers, coastal Arabs and colonial officials. Makonde will sometimes embellish their masks with human hair(like on this example) or with beards; they will insert pegs for teeth, whiten the eyes and in a quest for realism often show human deformities. Most of the time such masks have a lip plug, which Makonde men used to wear. The type of wood used is locally known as njala. For several splendid examples and more information. See Bordogna's A TANZANIAN TRADITION. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 71787* 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 awa
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$6.72 Shipping Location: Cartersville, United States Vintage Family Tree of Life Sculpture Ebony Wood African Makonde Tribal Art Hand Carved! Vintage Family Tree of Life Hand Carved Ebony Wood African Makonde ... moreTribal Art Sculpture. Here is a beautiful vintage Family Tree of Life Sculpture made in Tanzania by the Makonde Tribe and hand carved from one piece of Ebony Wood. A hard and dense wood grown in Central Africa and Sri Lanka. The sculpture is made up of 12 figures in different positions and the faces and bodies are very detailed. The Tree of Life measures 14 inches tall, 5 inches wide and about 3 inches deep. It is in excellent condition and would make a great edition to any African Art Collection. Lots and lots of pictures. Buyer pays shipping. Paypal payment shipped within 48 hours. Payment not received within 10 days of end of auction renders auction void. Your input as a Buyer is very important to me. If you feel that my seller performance is less than a 5-star rating for shipping cost. Shipping time, item description, or communication, please contact me first, before leaving feedback. I want to improve my service to you. I want you to be happy. I welcome input and emails from my buyers. I collect everything so my Auctions. Fixed Price and Ebay store items are always changing-please check my ebay store so that you can see all of my changing inventory- Lots of pictures-please wait for the pics to down load. For my international Buyers. Please note the import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. 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/buying.We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as"gifts" US and international government regulations prohibit such behavior. POSTAGE CALCULATED AS CLOSE TO ACTUAL AS POSSIBLE. THE PACKING MATERIALS AND HANDLING FEE IS $1.50 GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR BIDDING.
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Free Shipping Location: Farmington, United States The Makonde or “Wamakonde” tribe is an ethnic group situated in the southeast of Tanzania. The tree of life locally known as “Ujamaa”, is a depiction ... moreof unity and the strength of many. Carved by hand using an expensive chunk of ebony wood, each piece exhibits the intricacy of design, detail and strength of a community.
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Free Shipping Location: Ypsilanti, United States Older piece shows some wear
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$81.98 Shipping Location: Sarasota, United States Tanzania or Mozambique. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Beautiful- One of a Kind- Finely Hand Carved Very Dark Wood- African Standing Female with Broom Stick Measures approximately: 13" High x3" Deep ... morex3" Wide Weighs approximately: 1 lb Please Do Not Hesitate to Ask Questions Before Buying. Check out my! Info about Makonde: Tanzanian art is almost as fascinatingly diverse as Tanzanian culture(s—all 120+ of them! But certain styles are especially well-known. One of the most immediately recognizable, and most widely admired, is the wood-carving of the Makonde people.The Makonde traditionally lived along the Mueda Plateau, in southeastern Tanzania and northern Mozambique, where historians believe they originally settled during the 1700s and 1800s. Since at least that time(and likely many years before) they’ve been producing intricate carvings. The carvings often feature figures(a Makonde myth says that the mother of all the Makonde was originally a wooden carving that came to life) but they also include masks, fanciful shapes and abstractions, household items, and animals.Traditionally, the carvings were done in ebony wood, and polished until they shone. Since 1930, though, the Makonde relationship to these works of art. g.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2Bjw%60hquvg%3Eg-14b8cc7660b-0x116-
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$179.98 Shipping Location: Denver, United States Title, Makonde Figural Tripod Stool/Chair Extraordinary Tanzania Africa, Type of Object, Chair, Country of Origin, Tanzania. Mozambique, People, Makonde, ... moreMaterials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 25.5" H. x 24" D. x 24" W. Overall Condition, Poor to 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, Arrested bug damage. Cracks, scrapes, holes, chips, dirt, Additional Information: An extraordinary three-legged chair. A stylistically carved figure straddles the stool with arms carved to hug the sitter. The pose suggests an exuberant ancestor excited to embrace the new generation. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. They are also known for their masks. And their traditional and modern sculptures. However. Makonde stools or chairs such as this are rarely seen in the market. This is another unique stool decorated with a strong carving highly stylized. Elaborate stools such as this were commissioned and used by dignitaries. For several splendid examples and more information. See Bordogna's A TANZANIAN TRADITION. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 60964* 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, th
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$27.08 Shipping Location: Ballston Spa, United States TRADITIONAL PIECE-.
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$29.99 Shipping Location: Scotch Plains, United States Up for sale is a wonderful antique hand carved wooden African Makonde tribe totem sculpture.
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States In Africa it is also known as “Mpingo”. The Makonde artisans use this wood to make these fabulous statues. Their artistic output is both traditional and ... morecontemporary. When finished, the carvings are polished and the wood quite literally shines.
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Free Shipping Location: Farmington, United States The Makonde or “Wamakonde” tribe is an ethnic group situated in the southeast of Tanzania. The tree of life locally known as “Ujamaa”, is a depiction ... moreof unity and the strength of many. Carved by hand using an expensive chunk of ebony wood, each piece exhibits the intricacy of design, detail and strength of a community.
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$14.98 Shipping Location: United States Immigration from Mozambique to Tanzania has resulted in a blurring of ethnic identities and a sharing of certain ideas. The coastal location of the Makonde, ... morehowever, indicates that they were involved with Swahili slave traders for centuries.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States An African Tribal Creations Makonde Body Mask Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm ... more0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Nearly a half of a million people strong. The Makonde are a reasonably large and prominent culture in the south of Tanzania, stretching into the norther regions of Mozambique on the southeastern coast of Africa. Although a large portion of the population is now practicing Muslim and Christian(regionally differentiated) a contingency of the population continues to practice their traditional religion of ancestor worship. Their cultural construction divided into matrilineal clans, the Makonde place a strong emphasis on women and the feminine in both their cultural practices, and in their traditional art. Producing several prominent artforms, the Makonde are most well known for their helmet masks and their feminine body masks which are relatively unique to their ethnic group. These masks are danced in important cultural ceremonies, and in recent years, have gained notoriety amongst ethnic art collectors the world over. Among the most well-known masks from the Makonde people. Is the'Body mask' or'njorowe' mask, which consists of a large piece of wood carved into the form of a pregnant woman's belly and breast which is worn by dancers in celebration of adolescent boys' return from a camp wherein they are initiated into'adult life' Traditional legend states that the first man carved a female figure from wood whilst living alone in the wild. After his endeavor, he fell fast asleep, and awoke to a beautiful woman who went on to bear him many children, thus beginning the lineage of the Makonde people. This body mask features traditional construction and styling, with a decidedly unique depiction of a feminine face emblazoned upon the belly. The carving is intricate and det
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$16.50 Shipping Location: Latonia, United States Amazing detail and skills used to make this beautiful piece of art. More than most I have ever seen.
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$49.85 Shipping Location: Jupiter, United States Normal 0 false false false Normal 0 false false false Makonde Maternity Female Figure Wood Carving African Art Collectible· Measures: 19 ½” ... moreHigh x 3 ½” Wide x 3 ½” Deep· Light weight wood painted Black· Rope/twine hair· Normal wear for old piece like this· Normal age cracks with old wood(crack to base but does not affect the integrity of the piece) Not sure of the exact age I will be offering many pieces from my personal collection. CHECK BACK OFTEN. I have a passion for these items and each piece is a Powerful Treasure. If you are looking for a particular type of piece just ask. I might have one. I will list a wide range of prices. So everyone can add to their collection. Info about Makonde: The Makonde are an ethnic group in southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique. The Makonde developed their culture on the Mueda Plateau in Mozambique. At present they live throughout Tanzania and Mozambique and have a small presence in Kenya. The Makonde population in Tanzania was estimated in 2001 to be 1.140,000, and the 1997 census in Mozambique put the Makonde population in that country at 233,358, for a total estimate of 1,373,358. The Makonde successfully resisted predation by African. Arab, and European slavers. They did not fall under colonial power until the 1920s. During the 1960s the revolution which drove the Portuguese out of Mozambique was launched from the Makonde homeland of the Mueda Plateau. At one period this revolutionary movement known as'Frelimo' derived a part of its financial support from the sale of Makonde carvings. The Makonde are best known for their wood carvings and their observances of puberty rites. They speak Makonde. Also known as ChiMakonde, a Bantu language closely related to Yao. Many speak other languages such as English in Tanzania, Portuguese in Mozambique, and Swahili and Makua in both countries. The Makonde are traditionally a matrilineal society where children and inheritances belong to women, and husbands move into the village of thei
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$138.00 Shipping Location: Uruguay Heavy and Large older Makonde carved black wood figural group with numerous intertwined figures. .
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$20.50 Shipping Location: Wisconsin Rapids, United States VTG Tribal Makonde???. Hand Carved Ebony Wood Art Sculpture Woman Carrying Wood.
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Free Shipping Location: Buckhannon, United States VINTAGE AFRICAN MAKONDE (?) WOOD CARVING HAND CARVED TRIBAL(?) STATUE ETHNIC.
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$17.80 Shipping Location: Lancaster, United States African MAKONDE TREE of LIFE TOWER Wood Carving Hand Carved Africa. This thing is awesome. Got it at a estate sale. Looks like there is some white overyspray ... moreon the left side and on top as seen in pictures. It does wipe off fairly easily but I didnt want to scratch it so I figured I would leave it up to the buyer. Please verify condition by pictures. Any other questions just ask. Will entertain any and all offers
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$29.99 Shipping Location: Boston, United States Late 19th century. 10” height. Southeast Tanzania. Human hair. Carved from the Kapor / Ntene tree.
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$17.10 Shipping Location: Villa Park, United States Makonde wood carving Masai from Tanzania. It's missing shield and spear. It's beautiful - and if one can carve these 2 pieces, it would look delightful.
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$12.45 Shipping Location: Mishawaka, United States This vintage African carving depicts a young female bust and is made of polished blackwood. The Makonde tribe of Tanzania and Mozambique are known for ... moretheir intricate wood carvings and this piece is a beautiful example of their craftsmanship. The subject is carved in a realistic style and is an original, post-1940 piece.The primary material used in this carving is wood and it is a one-of-a-kind piece. It would make a great addition to any collection of African antiques or ethnographic art. This item is sold as is, with no mention of its condition in compliance with ebay guidelines.Please look at the photos for condition and see if it works for you collection. Thanks for looking!
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$51.99 Shipping Location: GLASTONBURY, United Kingdom This is a really gorgeous and unusual, I do not know the age, but it looks maybe mid century. The statue is an unusual one with very long arms one of ... morethe arms does have a long crack down it, but it feels quite secure, it is more like a natural split in the wood, I have no idea if it goes all the way through.
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$43.10 Shipping Location: Tucson, United States ESTATE SALE RESCUE! The Makonde or “Wamakonde” tribe is an ethnic group situated in the southeast of Tanzania. The tree of life locally known as “Ujamaa”, ... moreis a depiction of unity and the strength of many.
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Free Shipping Location: Bulgaria Vintage Family Tree of Life Sculpture Ebony Wood African Makonde Tribal Art Hand Carved! Vintage Family Tree of Life Hand Carved Ebony Wood African Makonde ... moreTribal Art Sculpture. Here is a beautiful vintage Family Tree of Life Sculpture made in Tanzania by the Makonde Tribe and hand carved from one piece of Ebony Wood. A hard and dense wood grown in Central Africa and Sri Lanka. The sculpture is made up of 12 figures in different positions and the faces and bodies are very detailed. The Tree of Life measures 14 inches tall, 5 inches wide and about 3 inches deep. It is in excellent condition and would make a great edition to any African Art Collection. Lots and lots of pictures. Buyer pays shipping. Paypal payment shipped within 48 hours. Payment not received within 10 days of end of auction renders auction void. Your input as a Buyer is very important to me. If you feel that my seller performance is less than a 5-star rating for shipping cost. Shipping time, item description, or communication, please contact me first, before leaving feedback. I want to improve my service to you. I want you to be happy. I welcome input and emails from my buyers. I collect everything so my Auctions. Fixed Price and Ebay store items are always changing-please check my ebay store so that you can see all of my changing inventory- Lots of pictures-please wait for the pics to down load. For my international Buyers. Please note the import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. 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/buying.We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as"gifts" US and international government regulations prohibit such behavior. POSTAGE CALCULATED AS CLOSE TO ACTUAL AS POSSIBLE. THE PACKING MATERIALS AND HANDLING FEE IS $1.50 GOOD LUCK AND THANKS FOR BIDDING.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is a beautiful African Makonde Clay Body Mask from the people of Tanzania. The female body mask was used at initiation rites. This special body mask, ... morecarved from wood with breasts and swollen stomach and adorned with MaKonde scarification bars which are symbols of tribal pride and beauty.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States A gorgeous African Ebony Wood carving by Makonde. These t ypes of sculptures or wood carvings are known as Makonde carvings. Makonde is a tribe in Tanzania ... morewho are renowned throughout East Africa for their original and often highly fanciful carvings. Authentic Makonde carvings are made from ebony wood. It depicts boys. Men supporting each other in climbing the"tree of life" find out more on the inter net) Check out the detailed intricate hand carving. This beautiful carving has a slightly polished finish showing the natural wood tone. Some figures are shown carrying baskets or other tools. It stands approx. 7.5 inches tall and 5 inches wide The statue is in excellent condition. It has no chips or cracks. It was just used as a display in the hutch. I try and describe my items to the best of my ability mentioning any defects or flaws if any. I also strive very hard to earn your business, a 5 star DSR rating. And give 100% customer satisfaction. If you have any issues please email me first before leaving a feedback as I will be happy to resolve any issues right away. Please make sure you see the pictures carefully. Please email me any questions you may have before bidding. I do combine shipping on multiple items purchased. Check out my! Be sure to add me to your! I ship within 24 hours of payment Monday through Saturday. If payment is received before noon. I try my best to ship the same day(barring any unforseen circumstances)
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Free Shipping Location: Des Moines, United States Makonde Tribal Mask. Makonde Tribal mask from Tanzania. Excellent carved detail on this very old ceremonial African mask. Material: Wood, string.
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$62.31 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Make Supersized seem small. Get images that.
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$16.40 Shipping Location: San Francisco, United States PLEASE CLOSELY INSPECT PICTURES AS IS AS FOUND CONDITION ESTATE SALE
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$8.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Ebony is an exceptionally hard and dense black beautiful wood found in East Africa. The Makonde artisans use this wood to make these fabulous statues. ... moreTheir artistic output is both traditional and contemporary.
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$30.58 Shipping Location: United Kingdom This carving of a pair of African Maasai warriors illustrates the point, it has been carved from a single piece of wood. It is signed Stephen Mutua. A ... morelovely collectors piece.
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$88.00 Shipping Location: Waterland-Oudeman, Belgium SOUTHERN TANZANIA & Northern Mozambique. old beautiful "body mask". in very good condition.
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$13.55 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Zoomorphic Fetish Doll. Tanzania, East Africa.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This is an absolutely stunning Makonde Mapiko Mask which we picked up during the second half of 2012 in Southern Tanzania and Northern Mozambique. It ... moreis an authentic ritual item which shows signs of considerable ritual use. And measures nearly 12 inches square or 12 inches x 12 inches. This mask is a highly collectible piece due to its authenticity. There is an age crack on the left side of the mask which looks to have been repaired 25 to 30 years ago. The mask is structurally sound. Yet well-weathered. It is between 40 and 50 years old which qualifies it as a bona fide antique. Note: This is not a reproduction. Nor a piece which was fabricated for the purpose of resale. This is an actual ceremonial mask used in Southern Tanzania and Northern Mozambique for ritual and ethno-spiritual purposes. Mapiko Masks are used during a tribal celebration which involve large numbers of the Konde People(Makonde) The initiates become figures of fear when they don these special and frightening masks. The Mapiko ceremony of the Makonde can be seen in Northern Mozambique and Southern Tanzania. Throughout Tanzania the Southern Tanzanians and Northern Mozambicans are feared and respected for their magical powers. In Swahili the local magic men or bush doctors who possess special powers are referred to as M'ganga(singular) or W'ganga(plural) Standard or Economy Shipping w/in Continental US for a $25 Flat Rate. International Purchasers and those located outside of the Continental United States please utilize the Shipping Calculator for Shipping Estimate. Shipping charges to locales outside of the Continental United States will be dependent on exact location of purchase destination. I go to the remote corners of Africa to find authentic pieces- not the tourist stuff. Check out my other auctions and bookmark me- I put up new items every week and will consider any reasonable offer. If you have any questions- feel free to contact me. Thank you for looking. The Congo Collection
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States The head with incised decoration and upward curved tang set through carved ebony Handle. The tree that is used produces a hard kind of wood with a black ... moreheart-wood surrounded by a lighter layer of sapwood.
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$27.40 Shipping Location: United Kingdom Makonde carving is a traditional form of wood carving that originates from the Makonde people of East Africa, primarily from Tanzania and Mozambique. ... moreAfrican Black wood is very hard, dense and difficult to carve, which makes this an impressive example of African art.
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$29.25 Shipping Location: Phoenix, United States Fine Tribal Makonde Body Helmet Mask Tanzania Material:Wood Weight:2.4kg Length:60cm We usually ship within 3 days of receiving cleared payment. Combined ... morepostage welcome Check my Ebay shop for items
$30.07 Shipping Location: SLEAFORD, United Kingdom Mocambique after Independence from Portugal in 1975 - Machel is known to have admired Makonde works and photos of him with the North Korean President ... moreKim Il-Sung can be seen in many publications on Mocambique.
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$15.35 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Wrapped Fetish Doll. Terracotta and Cloth. Tanzania, East Africa.
$28.29 Shipping Location: SLEAFORD, United Kingdom Samora Machel the Frelimo Liberation Leader and First President of. Mocambique after Independence from Portugal in 1975 is known to have admired Makonde ... moreworks and photos of him with the North Korean President Kim Il-Sung can be seen in many publications on Mocambique.
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$17.10 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Fetish Doll. Tanzania, East Africa. Late 19th / Early 20th C.
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$19.15 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Fetish Doll Depicting Elephant. Tanzania, East Africa. Late 19th / Early 20th C.
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$17.10 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Two Headed Fetish Doll. Tanzania, East Africa.
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$34.67 Shipping Location: CWMBRAN, United Kingdom Tree of Life made by the Makonde people in Tanzania. A lovely interesting piece of African Art.
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$9.94 Shipping Location: North Tonawanda, United States A beautiful piece of art. As pictured.
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$17.10 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Female Fetish Doll. Tanzania, East Africa.
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$16.45 Shipping Location: Whitehouse, United States Has initials on the bottom.
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$59.60 Shipping Location: BARKING, United Kingdom The mask has a unique design that showcases the artistic prowess of the African people. It is a beautiful piece of art that will add value to any collection ... moreof ethnographic antiques. Condition: See Pictures.
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$26.31 Shipping Location: Bradenton, United States It's a Binadamu, one of the 4 categories of Makonde work, showing a traditional food prep scene. Plenty of light outer bark contrasting against the super ... moredark brown, nearly black heartwood. There is nice wavy banding in the natural ebony, no staining nor any black shoe polish.
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$19.15 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Male Fetish Doll. Tanzania, East Africa. Late 19th / Early 20th C.
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Free Shipping Location: Closter, United States Large Ujamaa style Ebony Makonde mask. This is a large hand carved, unique, ebony Makonde mask. The artistic style is a crossover between the “Binadamu”(Human ... morebeing) and “Ujamaa” (Community) styles.
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$19.15 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Makonde People. Standing Fetish Doll. Terracotta and Cloth. Tanzania, East Africa. Late 19th / Early 20th C.
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$25.23 Shipping Location: United Kingdom The Makonde are an ethnic group in southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique. This is an unusual work, and may attest to virility/rites of passage.
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$24.00 Shipping Location: Columbus, United States Explore the rich and vibrant culture of Africa with this authentic traditional Mozambican Makonde tribal mask. With intricate designs and patterns, this ... morepiece is a must-have for any collector or lover of African Art.
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$56.08 Shipping Location: Mockau, Germany Size: 30cm x 22cm.
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ANTIQUE AFRICAN PREGNANT BELLY BODY MASK - HAND CARVED WOOD - MAKONDE - LIZARD
This is an ANTIQUE PREGNANT BELLY BODY MASK from AFRICA. The MAKONDE people used these pieces in ceremonial dances to demonstrate the struggles of childbirth as well as to represent fertility. This very detailed. Lifelike& life sized BELLY MASK shows the wear from over time of normal age& use, including scratches and some splitting in the wood. However, overall in very nice condition. PLEASE SEE ALL PHOTOS for further discriptive purposes. A LIZARD engraving faces head down towards the navel, with tail pointing upward between the breasts. There are 3 holes on each side of MASK for tying on to the body. MASK measures approximately 26 inches in height by 13 inches in width and is about 9 inches deep.
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Pr. 9" hand-carved AFRICAN Ebony? Tribal Bust Statues, Tanzania; Makonde Tribe?
You are bidding on a pair of individual busts or statues in an Ebony wood; These I was told were very old about 20 yrs. ago; but I can only tell you what I was told and I do believe they are Ebony. From Tanzania; hand-carved by the Makonde Tribe. The ones I have seen on Ebay seem to be all 6" tall; where these are 9" tall and the base is 3" wide. The only thing I can see is the one crack and it has not changed since I got it. Adds patina. You can tell by the feel of them; they feel real and the carving is something else. No stickers or tags to back me up by I feel good about these two beauties. Thankyou for stopping by Owls-Treehouse; almost all of my items are pre-owned. I do flat rates on shipping most of the time.except west coast) add $2.50 to flat rate quoted. I will describe the items to the very best of my abilities. ... morePlease ask questions. As I do forget what is important to the buyer sometimes. I will do a return(your cost) if I am way off of the mark on description; but otherwise no returns; these are pre-owned treasures that have alot of life left for others to enjoy. If the item is new; I will describe it as such. Motto:Treat others the way you want to be treated"
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Makonde Figures
These 3 figures are 8 to 12 in(height) The smaller figure in the middle was repaired with glue! Posted with
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MAKONDE Tree Of Life Wood Carving Tanzania Kenya African Art Collectible
Makonde Ujamaa Tree Of Life People Pole Carving Mozambique Tanzania Kenya African Art SUPERB· Measures: 11” High x 5” Diameter· Hand Carved Heavy Piece· Black and Brown with some lighter colored wood(very typical of many ebony carvings) What a wonderfully carved piece with seven figures(mother with six children or relatives) This one most likely came from Tanzania but not sure· Magnificent Piece· Normal wear for old piece like this· Normal age cracks with old wood· Not sure of the exact age I will be offering many pieces from my personal collection. CHECK BACK OFTEN. I have a passion for these items and each piece is a Powerful Treasure. If you are looking for a particular type of piece just ask. I might have one. I will list a wide range of prices. So everyone can add to their collection. Info about Makonde ... moreand Tree of Life(Ujamaa) The Makonde reside in the Mueda Plateau stretching from southeast Tanzania to northern Mozambique. Separated by the Rovuma River. Today, they live in various parts of Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya. Although the Makonde of Tanzania are Muslim and those of Mozambique are either Catholic or Muslim, the society was traditionally matrilineal. This means that husbands had to move to the villages of their wives and the offspring of couples belonged to the mothers. The Makonde are noted for their exceptional wood carvings in African blackwood. Or mpingo. The most notable carving theme is"Tree of Life" or"people poles. These intricate carvings reference ujamaa, brotherhood, cooperation, family, and togetherness, depict a column of intertwined human figures, often appearing as though locked in dance. The idea is that from one block of wood comes the unity of the family, society and ancestors. The older generation is depicted on the bottom, supporting(literally and symbolically) later generations. The central figure is usually a mother surrounded by many clinging children. This theme has its roots in the creation myth of the Makonde, in which a
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Makonde Caryatid Stool with Couple of Kneeling Figures African
Title, Makonde Caryatid Stool with Couple of Kneeling Figures African Type of Object, Stool, Country of Origin, DR Congo, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood. pigment, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 11.25 inches x 10.75 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 base but stands well. Age cracks, chips and scratches Additional Information: The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are some of ... morethe most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa.This beautifully carved stool is supported by a couple of kneeling figures. Makonde style is recognized here by the facial scarification patterns often found on masks and figures and interpreted as an indicaton of mature status of man and woman spirit represented. The male anfemale figures represent the primordial ancesters. Early Makonde myths tell that the first man on earth was alone and made a figure of a woman out of wood and after he slept the sculpture had turned into a real woman to accompany him in his journey. Therefore women are honored as sculptured figures. The carving of the figure with its symmetrical balance of scarification patterns to a well-defined face reflects the carverâs sensibility to balance the symbolic imagery of the figure and natural representation. Besides its fair condition this stool remains an interesting and classic Makonde piece that would standout in any collection. 74824* 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. I
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Vintage large African Makonde sculpture, statue, wood carving, Tansania, Ebony
This"Tree of Life" is 12 inches tall and features 13 people in the family tree. I acquired this intricately done Makonde carving in Tansania while on safari in 1992.
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AFRICAN CARVED BUST TYPE MAKONDE CHESS SET Mozambique / Tanzania Vintage c.1950?
AFRICAN CARVED BUST TYPE MAKONDE CHESS SET. Mozambique/ Tanzania Vintage Complete. Maybe circa 1950. But possibly earlier. Each piece measures between 1.5" and 2.5" high(approx. 4cm to 6.5cm) Hand carved from a heavy dark wood(possibly stained) and a less heavy wood for the white pieces. Very good set. Partial loss to one rook's base. But stands soundly nonetheless. No other significant faults or blemishes. Please see photos below for further condition detail. Please note. All postage prices, both inland and international, include full Royal Mail insurance. Thank you. Powered by Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE!
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Vintage African Ebony Wood Carving Sculpture Makonde People Tanzania Unusual
An unusual African Carving. From the design. I am not quite sure of its original purpose or significance. Some has told me that they think it was done by the Makonde People in Tanzania. I have looked up other carving from this area and this certainly appears to be the case. I believe that the wood is Ebony. The well carved head is set off by a towering headdress. Very stylised legs and hands. Please see all of my pictures for the details in this charming wood carving. Size is approximately 14 1/2" tall, so it is quite a large piece. It is also approximately 4" wide and 3 1/2" deep. Still in very good used condition. PROSPECTIVE OVERSEAS BUYERS. PLEASE CONTACT ME REGARDING SHIPPING COSTS. I AM REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A TRACKING NUMBER AND I CAN ONLY DO THIS BY SENDING PACKAGES PRIORITY MAIL INTERNATIONAL. ALTHOUGH I CHARGE MY COST ... moreTO SHIP, THIS CAN STILL BE PRICEY.
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Early 20th century Makonde Mask ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art
Early 20th century Makonde Mask ~Ex- Steve Tobin Collection African Art I rarely acquire masks of this age anymore. They are all safely tucked away in collections as this one has been for the last 20 years. This is a very old mask from the Makonde or related east African ethnic group. Tanzania region, Africa. When you hold this mask you can feel the age. The wood is very light and dry. And the wear and patina are genuine and unmistakable. This is a VERY OLD MASK. 14 1/2 x 8 inches. 2 lb package. Provenance: The Steve Tobin Collection: Noted Bucks county artist. Pennsylvania.
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Tanzania - Makonde Art - 7 Stamps & S/S Set MNH 985A-H
About Us || Shipping || Payment || Visit Our Store More Great Stamps in our eBay Store If you have any questions. Or there's anything we can do to make your experience better, please click Ask Seller a Question. Larry Phillips Tanzania- Makonde Art- 7 Stamps& S/S Set MNH 985A-H This is a beautiful set of 7 stamps plus one souvenir sheet. Issued by Tanzania in 1992, illustrating Makonde art. The set is Scott Catalog#985A-H, and is Post Office fresh, mint never hinged, and F/VF. Click here to visit my eBay Store for other auctions and Direct Sale items: Check our feedback for the quality of our material. The accuracy of our descriptions, and the speedy service you'll receive. Bid with confidence as your satisfaction is unconditionally guaranteed. Actively selling on eBay since 1999. We’ve received OVER 140,000 and 99.9% POSITIVE ... moreFEEDBACKS! Payment and Shipping Info Payment Options Credit Card. PayPal Shipping/Handling Rate See Item Description Shipping Options USPS First Class Mail Sales Tax 0% for In-State Buyers/ 0% for Out-of-State Buyers Terms Bid with confidence! Your satisfaction is UNCONDITIONALLY GUARANTEED! We combine lots to save you shipping costs. IMPORTANT: If you purchase multiple items. PLEASE REQUEST AN INVOICE before making payment, to receive discounted shipping. FOR INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS: International First Class Mail DOES NOT INCLUDE A TRACKING NUMBER. You must select registered mail. At an additional cost of $12.95 to receive a tracking number. Registered(signed for) Mail is REQUIRED for all orders over $100.00 at an additional cost of $12.95. The following countries REQUIRE registered mail on all orders over $50.00: Brazil. China, India, Italy, Mexico, Spain. International First Class Mail SOMETIMES TAKES AS LONG AS SIX WEEKS TO ARRIVE. We accept Paypal. Mastercard, Visa, or Discover. Review our feedback for the quality of our items. The accuracy of our descriptions, and the speedy service you'll receive. Actively selling on eBay since 1999. We've received OVER 160.000 P
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African tribal mask, Makonde childbirth dance, ethnographic art, home decor Z/2
Among the Makonde of South Eastern Tanzania initiation is still one of the most important ritual cycles. The female body mask was part of the costume of a special masker called amwalendembo that was intended to represent a young pregnant woman and was always worn by a male masquerader together with a matching female face mask. The sedate dance dramatized the agonies of childbirth. This mask measures 2 3.5" tall by 1 2" wide. It is in good condition showing only natural wear for it's age. The beautiful colors showing through the belly are unique and dramatic but also give the impression of life within. Warmth and magic! This is a real beauty!
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Makonde Tall Drum Tanzania African 38 Inch
Title, Makonde Elongated Drum Tanzania African Drum, Type of Object, Drum, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Probably Makonde, Materials, wood. Leather, metal studs, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 38 inches H. x 7 inches W. Overall Condition, fair. 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, Cracks and chips in base and in the center, Additional Information: An exceptional elongated drum(38 inches high) Beautiful carved with geometric motifs, studs and openings ... morein the middle. Carved from a single section of tree trunk, the trunk is not hollowed and then carved drum is made of four sections. The drum-head made from animal skin is held in place by wooden pegs around which ropes are tied to secure the skin in place. Drums rarely come as complete as this with traditional wrapping and materials. The origin of this drum is unclear, although its form and the patterns in the center are seen on some Makonde drums and trumpets. Drums such as this provide a rich nexus of interplay between the arts of Africa. Drums set the beat for dancing and dramatic display and they are carriers of local symbolism. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 61975* 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 the
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Makonde Hand Carved Wood Figure African Art Collectible
Normal 0 false false false Makonde Hand Carved Wood Figure Sculpture African Art Tanzania Tanganyika· Measurement: 15 ½” High x 4” Wide x 3 ½” Deep· Brown Wood Finish with hints of Black· Nice Patina· Beautifully done wood carving with great attention to detail· His right hand possible was holding a spear at one time· Normal wear for old piece like this· Normal age cracks with old wood· Not sure of the exact age but could be from pre 1964 when Tanzania was called Tanganyika(I have other pieces with similar carving markings that have Tanganyika tags on the bottom) This piece is in Beautiful Condition· I believe this piece to be Makonde because of the intricate detail to the carving of the base and hair(this is very typical of Makonde pieces) I will be offering many pieces from my personal ... morecollection. CHECK BACK OFTEN. I have a passion for these items and each piece is a Powerful Treasure. If you are looking for a particular type of piece just ask. I might have one. I will list a wide range of prices. So everyone can add to their collection. Info about Makonde: The Makonde are an ethnic group in southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique. The Makonde developed their culture on the Mueda Plateau in Mozambique. At present they live throughout Tanzania and Mozambique and have a small presence in Kenya. The Makonde population in Tanzania was estimated in 2001 to be 1.140,000, and the 1997 census in Mozambique put the Makonde population in that country at 233,358, for a total estimate of 1,373,358. The Makonde successfully resisted predation by African. Arab, and European slavers. They did not fall under colonial power until the 1920s. During the 1960s the revolution which drove the Portuguese out of Mozambique was launched from the Makonde homeland of the Mueda Plateau. At one period this revolutionary movement known as'Frelimo' derived a part of its financial support from the sale of Makonde carvings. The Makonde are best known for their wood carvings and
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MAKONDE Female Figure Jug on Head Wood Carving African Art Collectible
Normal 0 false false false MAKONDE Female Figure with Jug on Head Wood Carving African Art Collectible· Measures: 8 ½” High x 3” Wide x 3” Deep(width and depth are of base) Nice Brown and Black Patina· Beautifully Carved Figure that has been very well cared for· Attached to a wood base with felt on the bottom· Normal wear for old piece like this· Normal age cracks with old wood· Not sure of the exact age· Excellent Condition I will be offering many pieces from my personal collection. CHECK BACK OFTEN. I have a passion for these items and each piece is a Powerful Treasure. If you are looking for a particular type of piece just ask. I might have one. I will list a wide range of prices. So everyone can add to their collection. Info about Makonde: The Makonde are an ethnic group in southeast Tanzania and ... morenorthern Mozambique. The Makonde developed their culture on the Mueda Plateau in Mozambique. At present they live throughout Tanzania and Mozambique and have a small presence in Kenya. The Makonde population in Tanzania was estimated in 2001 to be 1.140,000, and the 1997 census in Mozambique put the Makonde population in that country at 233,358, for a total estimate of 1,373,358. The Makonde successfully resisted predation by African. Arab, and European slavers. They did not fall under colonial power until the 1920s. During the 1960s the revolution which drove the Portuguese out of Mozambique was launched from the Makonde homeland of the Mueda Plateau. At one period this revolutionary movement known as'Frelimo' derived a part of its financial support from the sale of Makonde carvings. The Makonde are best known for their wood carvings and their observances of puberty rites. They speak Makonde. Also known as ChiMakonde, a Bantu language closely related to Yao. Many speak other languages such as English in Tanzania, Portuguese in Mozambique, and Swahili and Makua in both countries. The Makonde are traditionally a matrilineal society where children and inheritances belong
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VINTAGE ANTIQUE EBONY MAKONDE CARVING AFRICAN HEAD CARVED TRIBAL HEAD ART
Vintage ebony wood Makonde carving of a head from Tanzania. The head measures approximately 7cm high and is in good condition. A lovely piece of African tribal carving. Bid now. Powered by
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MAKONDE HELMET WOOD ARTIFACT MASK mapiko naupanga, MOZAMBIQUE EAST AFRICA ETHNIX
MAKONDE NAUPANGA AFRICAN HELMET HEAD MASK MOZAMBIQUE Type of Object: AFRICAN MASK. Helmet. Ethnic Group: MAKONDE. Country of Origin: MOZAMBIQUE. Materials: WOOD. PIGMENT. Approximate Age: 20 years Dimensions: 11” x 9” x 7.5" Weight: 1.5 pounds. Overall Condition: Used. Broken Teeth) Additional Information: This particular mask is called Naupanga and refers to“panga” or machete. This gruesome person or ogre enters a village or ceremony by himself and brandishes a machete to frighten the audience. I bought this last year in a Makonde village in Mozambique. The front rim of this mask was intentionally removed to permit the wearer to see through the costume. More About the Makonde: The Makonde belong to the Bantu people who originally lived south of Lake Nyassa and later migrated to their present location on the Mueda plateau in northern ... moreMozambique and Tanzania. They survive from farming and. Occasionally, cattle rearing. Makonde carvers are prolific producers of masks, statues and decorative objects. Shipping& Handling Detail: US BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Secure shipping and insurance will be determined by territory at close of auction.
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Makonde Mask with Lip Plug and Hair Tanzania African SALE Was $245
Title, Makonde Face Mask with Lip Plug and Hair Tanzania African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood. Pigment, hair, Approximate Age, second half 20th Century, Dimensions, 10 inches H. x 7 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, wear. Hair missing, chips, Additional Information: A wooden Makonde face mask with lip plug and two-chignon hairstyle. decorated with human ... morehair. This Makonde mask was worn on the face or on top of head.The surface shos some age and much handling. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. One of the most prominent of these arts are the life size helmet masks called Lipico which are worn on the top of the head partially covering the face and slightly tipped upward so that the dancer can see. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life serving to mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycle for boys as they move into manhood. The Lipico masks show a wide range of Makonde life and society as they depict initiates. Villagers, coastal Arabs and colonial officials. Makonde will embellish their masks with human hair and beards, insert pegs for teeth, will whiten the eyes and in a quest for realism often show human deformities. It could also has red coloring matter to represent the eyes. In many cases their masks have a lip plug, which Makonde men used to wear. The wood is njala wood. The mask was used for boys' circumcision rites and other ceremonies. Scarification was done as a part of initiation ceremonies, and also when a ranking member of s
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Makonde artist, Felix Mayli, sculpture in ebony
This beautiful wooden sculpture. Made of Ebony is a creation of well known Makonde artist, Felix Malyi. Mr. Malyi's work is currently featured in the Hamburg Mawingu Collection in Germany. This fantastic work of art stands 8 feet tall and weighs approximately 350 pounds. item from the personal collection of former American buyer of African goods for Ten Thousand Villages and a collector of East African art and collectibles Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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PATRIARCHAL TREE OF LIFE * 24" EBONY CARVING * MAKONDE PEOPLES * KENYA /TANZANIA
THIS TALL CARVING IS IN THE TREE OF LIFE FORMAT AND MADE OF AFRICAN BLACKWOOD KNOWN ALSO AS EBONY. IT STANDS 24" TALL FROM A 5" BASE AND IS CAREFULLY CARVED. THE OVERALL COLOR TONE OF THIS HEAVY WOOD IS A DEEP BROWN-BLACK. IT IS FROM THE WORLD FAMOUS CARVING COMMUNITY. THE MAKONDE PEOPLE OF EAST AFRICA. THE LEADING FIGURE IS SURROUNDED BY FAMILY. WHAT IS UNUSUAL IS THAT MOST IN THIS FORMAT ARE MATRIARCHAL FEATURING A FEMALE AT THE TOP. THE MAKONDE ARE A MATRILINIAL SOCIETY. HOWEVER. THIS TREE OF LIFE IS TOPPED BY A HANDSOME BEARDED MALE. THE FIGURES UNDER HIS CHIN APPEAR TO BE TWINS. SCATTERED AMONG THE FIGURES BELOW ARE SEVERAL BUNDLES OF WOOD. THIS MAY WELL ILLUSTRATE A FOLK TALE ABOUT THE WOOD GATHERERS OR REPRESENT A SPECIFIC FAMILY. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING CAN BE ARRANGED VIA FED EX or UPS.
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Africa African Makonde People of Tanzania Wood Figure Sculpture ca. 20th c.
A Very Fine Old West Africa African Makonde People of Tanzania Wood Figure Sculpture ca. 20th century. This is a very fine carving with masterfull details and realistic sensitive interpretation of an ancestor figure. Measures 22 1/2 inches high with minor wear and losses to head as seen in the images. From an old VA collection acquired in the 1960's in Algeria. EMAIL FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING OPTIONS. k5n.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2B26rkpg%7C%3Ek5n-13fc2968d12-0xf7-
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African tribal miniature Makonde "belly shields", Tanzania ---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- UK £12.00- Europe £ 20.00- for all other locations. Please ask. This is a pair of carved wooden Makonde miniature belly masks. Tanzania. Research differs as to the purpose of the full-size masks. Some read that a full size‘belly’ would be worn by a woman to increase fertility. Other research suggests one would be worn during dance ceremonies, when the male wearer performs ... morean exaggerated dance, to replicate childbirth. This miniature pair. Are supported on display stands, which are included. They each have an encrusted patina and some wear. But in general the condition is good. Measures- 30 centimetres/ 12.5 inches each. Plus display stands Display stands are included Image 12 includes a lighter. To further illustrate the size of these masks. Postage costs- UK £12.00- Europe £ 20.00- for all other locations. Please ask. 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.
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MAKONDE Antique Wood Carving Sculpture - Oldest One You'll Find!
MAKONDE Antique WOOD CARVING SCULPTURE. My expert said that its almost 200 years old. early 1800s Made of AFRICAN BLACKWOOD. Hight is APPROX 21" I'm not an expert on this item but it speaks for itself. I'm basing the price on others I've seen like it. Please feel free to give me your opinion on it or an offer. IN EXCELLENT CONDITION but really old Free shipping. Posted with eBay Mobile Posted with eBay Mobile 3j.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk%601d72f%2Bij%7Fil7g%3E3j-13fe607da7e-0xfe-
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MAKONDE FAMILY AFRICAN TOTEM WOOD CARVING // TREE OF LIFE // TANZANIA
Authentic African Ebony hand carved sculpture. Very heavy, great detail, great condition.
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Makonde Figural Tripod Stool/ Chair Tanzania Africa SALE Was $1600
Title, Makonde Figural Tripod Stool/Chair Extraordinary Tanzania Africa, Type of Object, Chair, Country of Origin, Tanzania. Mozambique, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 25.5" H. x 24" D. x 24" W. Overall Condition, Poor to 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, Arrested bug damage. Cracks, scrapes, holes, chips, dirt, Additional Information: An extraordinary three-legged chair. A stylistically carved ... morefigure straddles the stool with arms carved to hug the sitter. The pose suggests an exuberant ancestor excited to embrace the new generation. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. They are also known for their masks. And their traditional and modern sculptures. However. Makonde stools or chairs such as this are rarely seen in the market. This is another unique stool decorated with a strong carving highly stylized. Elaborate stools such as this were commissioned and used by dignitaries. For several splendid examples and more information. See Bordogna's A TANZANIAN TRADITION. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 60964* 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, th
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Makonde Hand Carved Ebony Warrior Stands Over 18" Tall
Recently I had the pleasure and thrill to attend the Living Estate Sale of a retired CEO of a Fortune 500 Corporation. In the 1980's. As a Vice-President, he traveled the world extensively. He brought home many fine pieces of art, and I made every effort to obtain as many affordable and great items to bring to the store! For auction is a Maconde Warrior Statue which stands over 18" tall! He carries two spears(which detach) and has a sword at his side. One can see age in his bearded face. A look of resolve. A bit of history about Maconde carvings. There are roughly 1.300,000 Maconde, living is mostly Tanzania and Mozambique. They have been known for decades and master carvers of Ebony, very hard and very dark wood which grows in Eastern Africa. The Maconde have a proud history of independence. they maintained their freedom, avoiding ... moreslavers from the new world, the Middle East, and other parts of Africa. Only in 1920's did their land become Colonized by the Portuguese. Then their carvings became known to the world, and they used the sale of these carvings to partly fund the revolution in the 1960's which drove the Portuguese out! Today. Maconde carvings are found worldwide, they are produced on a mass scale and at many levels of quality. Consider it like painters in the United States, many do it for fun, or for a little profit. Very few are masters. A common term used to describe a Maconde carved masterpiece is to call it"Museum Quality" Now, I can't claim to be an expert, and I've researched as much as I can. What I've mostly learned is the best way to judge a Maconde carving, is to look at it closely. I'm sure a trained eye could do"better" but any eye can do something! So, I urge you, look at the pictures closely. Observe even the details in the base, the hair.how smooth is the skin? I know that these two(another one being listed later) sculptures were the retired CEO's pride and joy. I spoke not only with the person running the estate sale. But his housek
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RARE Old AFRICAN Alligator MAKONDE Board Game non mask
You are bidding on a very nice and rare African Alligator Mancala Board Game. I haven't ran across many of these. We have been collecting masks and items for many years. And have purchased most of them from two different people. One has a well known gallery and sells on ebay, the other one is a couple who went to Africa every year and brought thousands of dollars in African Art home with them and gave us first option at them in most cases. You will see with the different masks we list that they really stand out and not ordinary masks. Beautiful pieces that will look nice in your home. We did not plan on having to downsize and sell most our art, so we DON'T have much INFO if any on these. I will list them as where I BELIEVE they came from but IT IS ONLY MY OPINION. Again, they are very nice pieces. This one we believe came from D R ... moreCongo. Please bid on them for the beauty in the art and how well it is carved! It Measures approximately 33" long x 9" wide x 3.5" high. Good Luck and Happy Biddings! PAYPAL and USA ONLY! RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*3A%3Cd%3Ff6%3E-14007236343-0xf3-
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Makonde Anthropomorphic Pipe Nyungwa African
Title, Makonde Anthropomorphic Pipe Nyungwa, Type of Object, Figural Pipe for Smoking, Country of Origin, Tanzania. Mozambique, People, Makonde, Materials, Clay and Metal, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, Height 8.5 inches, Overall Condition, Good. 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, cracks in foot and in stem. Chips in places, Additional Information: Not only is this a well sculpted figure. It is also a smoking pipe. Tobacco plays a prominent role in Makonde ... morelife used for trade and pleasure. Anthropomorphic pipes were used by elders reflecting their social status and rank while sitting in the chitila, the local men's house where events of the day were discussed or reflections upon past events experienced as young men. The Makonde are known for their art and sculpture and their skill at embellishing objects of everyday use. This pipe shows a seated partial figure or torso with stylized arms connecting to the knees that also served as a carrying handle. The metal stem of the pipe emerges from the lower part of the torso. Finely sculpted pipes literally carved out of clay and later fired were most likely the products of Makonde women potters. This view is reenforced by the fact that the decorative patterns are similar to those found on pottery made by Makonde women. The decorative patterns consist of ladders of cross hatching with zig-zag lines moving around the pipe bowl where the tobacco was placed. The masterfully worked clay body of the pipe was modeled and carved producing crisp edges and finished surfaces. The rounded coconut shell equally serves as a visual pun shaping the buttocks of the seated figure. Few objects captur
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Antique Carved Tribal Pipe- Calabash - Tchokwe or Makonde Tribe? Gourd and Bone
For your consideration is an antique/vintage tribal pipe. It seems to be a gourd with carved bone and brass. Because it is apparently rare. The exact origin is unknown. My research found that could be from the Tchokwe Tribe of Zaire or, a Makonde Calabash Pipe from Mozambique. Tanzania. Either way. It is a very old, very unique piece of cultural art. The bone pieces have carved faces in them and there is brass wire wrapped around parts of it. Please email with any questions. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
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African Art Mens Funerary Funeral Helmet Mask Makonde Tanzanita
This is an African Art Mens Funerary Funeral Helmet Mask Makonde Tanzania. This helmet is Used In Very Good Condition For It's Age. This Funeral Helmet came from a collection of African Art. A note was attached to this piece that read: Makonde Tanzania 1920's Funeral Helmet"Ritual of Wearing Helmet for 7 days on Men's Side" Measures about: 11" by 9" tall. I have thousands of very satisfied customers. Please contact me immediately if there are problems. I make every effort to resolve any issues and I leave positive feedbacks for all that do the same for me. I make every effort to combine multiple purchases to save you money on shipping. I only ship in the continental US. I try to ship all items within one business day of receiving payment. I ship USPS for most items. Shipping by USPS generally takes 5-10 business ... moredays. I try to answer all emails as quickly as I can. It sometimes may take a day or two during hunting and fishing seasons. Please do not ask me to sell an item early—I only sell thru authorized eBay sales. Please pay promptly so that you can receive your item quickly.
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Vintage Huge Ebony Comb-Makonde Carving
Dimensions:400X90 mm Weight:255 g/
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African Makonde or Songye Medicine Container Carved wood Tribal Art w Provenance
African Makonde or Songye Medicine Container Carved wood Tribal Art w Provenance This Sculpture was purchased from the estate of Dr Michael Anbar It measures approx 20.5" tall by 8.5" across Condition: Good See photos. Some scuffs and scratches Photos are part of my description Note: I do not know the exact age. As this is not my area of expertise, I welcome comments of anyone who can help to provide accuratte information about the age. I will be selling more african carved objects from the same estate Shipping: When you purchase this item means that you agree with our shipping costs, The handling cost and insurance is automatically added on the price that you see on the shipping details. We do not pack anything ourselves. We use a professional packing service and use proper packing materials. We offer combined shipping on multiple ... morepurchases. If you have any questions please let us know
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OLD EAST AFRICA MAKONDE CARVED EBONY HIPPO HIPPOPOTAMUS FIGURE art trade nh2
Fantastic old small East African Makonde finely hand carved ebony hippopotamus- a vituso of a carving carved by a master carver from one solid dense heavy piece of ebony a great trade item& piece of art. Photos tell the story and forms part of the description.From a private collection of artifacts& art collected over many years-other items listed or will be. Check out my! Will send World and Australia wide.Listed postage for Melbourne/V1. Items paid by paypal must be registered with a tracking number.Please wait for invoice to be sent. On 29-Jun-13 at 04:40:00 AEST. Seller added the following information:
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Large Vintage Tanzania Makonde Tribe Wood Sculpture / Carving- Africa Folk Art
This is a Large Vintage Tanzania Wood Sculpture/ Carving- Makonde T ribe Folk Art- what caught my eye about this piece is the Ape-like postures of the two men.almost walking on four legs- Measures 7"w x 15"h- solid 7 Lb weight- in good condition- Be sure to add me to your! On Jan-24-13 at 22:02:20 PST. Seller added the following information:
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SUPERB ANTIQUE AFRICAN"MAKONDE" HAND CARVED WOODEN TRIBAL MASK-FULLY CARVED
Very good condition Beautifully carved Measures 69cm/27" tall.34 cm/14" wide and 15cm/6" deep Weighs 5.3kgs/11.5lbs unpacked A magnificent piece of workmanship See all my listings
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Helmet mask - (Lipiko) Makonde peoples, Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya
Helmet mask- Lipiko) Makonde peoples.Tanzania, Mozambique and Kenya The Makonde developed their culture on the Mueda Plateau in Mozambique. Unusually realistic for traditional African art. This( lipiko) helmet mask possesses portrait-like and strong features. It has incised facial scarifications. Open mouth, bared teeth and large ears. They were used during mapiko dances. Dancers see through the small mouth openings in the mask. The masquerade is also the same name given to one of the stages of male initiation as the initiate is introduced into the secrets of the Mapiko. These masks were made in a secret bush location known as the Mpolo.Which women are forbidden to approach. When not used, the masks were kept within the Mpolo. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE This mask is an excellent archetype of a genuine Makonde(lipiko) helmet ... moremask with age depicting"true to form" human facial scarifications once exhibited. Now banned. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Condition: see photos) Measurements; 9 inches tall x 9 inches wide x 10 inches deep. Light-weight wood. General scratches and scrapes. One aged superficial crack at hair-line going aft. Which does not deter from aesthetic appeal. International bidders. Please contact me BEFORE bidding to prevent potential disputes or shipping/ customs issues. Thanks! Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE
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Statuette MAKONDE statuette TANZANIE TANZANIA MOZAMBIQUE
Makonde Tanzanie Statuette Makonde- Makonde statuette Femme devant la justice- Woman in court Posture asymétrique en torsion due à sa situation- Asymmetric posture and torsion due to its status Hauteur: 42 cm. Height:16.54 inch Largeur: 7 cm. Width: 2.76 inch. Poids: 700 gr- Weight: 24.69 oz Bon état général Belles patine satinée Bois lourd et dense Perles Traces d'usage Arrière de la cheville droite recollé 2 orfices d'ancien soclage. Avant du pied gauche recollé de manière quasi invisible. Seconde moitié XXe siècle. SANS SOCLE Good general condition Beautiful shiny patina Heavy and dense wood Beads Traces of use Back of the right ankle glued Two holes of former stand. Front of the left foot almost invisibly reattached Second part twentieth century WITHOUT STAND Europe Frais ... mored'envoi- Verzendkosten- Shipping costs EXPEDITION DANS UN DELAI DE MAXIMUM 2 JOURS APRES RECEPTION DU PAIEMENT SHIPPING WITHIN A TIME LIMIT OF MAXIMUM 2 DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF PAYMENT Belgique/België: 9.90€(13$) Bpost secur) USA: 43 $(Registered Parcel with Tracking) France: 16.20 €(22$) envoi avec suivi) Deutschland: 16.20 €(22$) Sendung mit tracking) United Kingdom: 16.20 €(22$) Registered parcel with tracking) Luxembourg: 16.20 €(22$) envoi avec suivi) Nederland: € 16.20 €(22$) Zending met tracking) Österreich:32.40 €(43$) Sendung mit tracking) Italia: 32.40 €(43$) spedizione con inseguimento) España: 32.40 €(43$) el envío con el seguimiento) Portugal: 32.40 €(43$) envio com rastreamento) Rest of Europe 32.40 €(43$) with tracking) Taïwan-Canada-Australia: fees on request. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or more pictures N'hésitez pas à me contacter pour toutes questions ou photos supplémentaires Renseignements sur le vendeur professionnel/ Business seller information: Richard A.G. D ams Galerie" arts p remiers.be" Gallery Point du Jour 9 7090 Braine-le-Comte Belgique/Belgium TVA/VTA: BE820076404 T&
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Antique Makonde Figural Drum
Antique Makonde Figural Drum Tribe: Makonde Country: Tanzania Materials: Wood. Leather, Metal Tacking and Hemp Age: 1st to 2nd Quarter 20th Century Condition: Superb Size: 18.5" Tall Payment: PayPal or Personal Check. Carved to be held under the arm and used to create rhythm while dancing in a Makonde marriage/fertility ceremony. Masqueraders would wear Matumba body masks and Lipico helmet masks in a dance bidding the couple good health. Happiness and an abundance of children. The Makonde belong to the Bantu group of people. Originally living in Mozambique, but have migrated into Tanzania too. The Makonde identified with the developed sculpture traditions originating from Cabo Delgado in northern Mozambique. On the high Plateau of Cabo Delgado, more like a fortress than congenial home, the Makonde were both isolated and insulated. The ... moreplateau had a thick thorny bush called Konde, hence'people of konde' or Makonde. Here, they escaped the slave trade and ethnic skirmishes. This province is regarded as the original home of the Makonde. The greater part of the Makonde migration took place between the second and third quarters of the nineteenth century and occupied the Newala plateau where the majority of the Tanzanian Makonde live today. If you wish to examine the drum or pick it up after purchase just let me know. Otherwise. It will be professionally packaged for a safe and secure shipment to your location. International customers will be quoted shipping charges on request. The flat rate shipping fee applies only to customers living in the lower 48 states. Certain images and/or photos used in this template are the copyrighted property of Macmillan digital publishing USA and are used with permission.
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Makonde Art Book-Kunst aus Afrika-features Dastani and others, Mapico masks,etc.
Makonde Art Kunst aus Afrika 1994 96 pages 29 cm x 21 cm Posted with
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COLON FIGURE Makonde COL 104-15
COLON FIGURE Makonde COL 104-15 COLON MATERIAL: Wood. Pigment ORIGIN: Makonde- Mozambique DIMENSION: 40.9 in( 104 cm) SHIPPING CATEGORY 4. Shipping costs are an estimate. I will provide exact postage once I know location and exact weight. Ebay requires shipping costs to be listed in order to list items for sale. Please ask for shipping cost before payment Please ask for shipping cost before payment Price: 985.00 USD CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Widerrufsbelehrung nur für deutsche Verbraucher im Sinne von §13 BGB Standard Shipping(not including VAT) D EU 1 EU 2 EU 3 World 1 World 2 Shipping Category 1 USD 8.00 USD 11.00. USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 Shipping Category 2 USD 8.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 Shipping Category 3 USD 9.50. USD 30.00 USD 30.00 USD 42.00 USD 44.00 USD 55.00 Shipping Category 4 ... moreUSD 12.00 USD 39.00 USD 39.00 USD 53.00 USD 68.00 USD 89.00 Shipping Category 5 USD 14.50 USD 50.00 USD 48.00 USD 65.00 USD 95.00 USD 117.00 Germany Belgium. Denmark, France, UK, Luxemburg, Monaco, Netherlands, Austria Andorra. Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republik, Hungary, Vatican Albania. Armenia, Azerbaidzhan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Macedonia, Moldova, Norway, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine, Cyprus Egypt. Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, USA, United Arab Emirates rest of world
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MAKONDE MASK Mozambique MAK 25-15
MAKONDE MASK Mozambique MAK 25-15 MATERIAL: Wood. Pigments. ORIGIN: Makonde. Mozambique DIMENSION: H: 9.8 in( 25 cm) SHIPPING CATEGORY 2A. Shipping costs are an estimate. I will provide exact postage once I know location and exact weight. Ebay requires shipping costs to be listed in order to list items for sale. Please ask for shipping cost before payment! Price: 255.00 USD CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Widerrufsbelehrung nur für deutsche Verbraucher im Sinne von §13 BGB Standard Shipping(not including VAT) D EU 1 EU 2 EU 3 World 1 World 2 Shipping Category 1 USD 8.00 USD 11.00. USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 Shipping Category 2 USD 8.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 Shipping Category 3 USD 9.50. USD 30.00 USD 30.00 USD 42.00 USD 44.00 USD 55.00 Shipping Category 4 USD 12.00 USD 39.00 USD 39.00 USD 53.00 USD ... more68.00 USD 89.00 Shipping Category 5 USD 14.50 USD 50.00 USD 48.00 USD 65.00 USD 95.00 USD 117.00 Germany Belgium. Denmark, France, UK, Luxemburg, Monaco, Netherlands, Austria Andorra. Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republik, Hungary, Vatican Albania. Armenia, Azerbaidzhan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Macedonia, Moldova, Norway, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine, Cyprus Egypt. Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, USA, United Arab Emirates rest of world.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*3A%3Cd%3Ff6%3E-141c1253812-0xfb-
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An Outstanding Makonde Initiation Body Mask Tanzania
An Outstanding Makonde Initiation Body Mask Tanzania Weight:503g Length:36cm We usually ship 2 days after receiving cleared payment. Combined postage welcome.
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MAKONDE BODY MASK Mozambique BOD 55-16
MAKONDE BODY MASK Mozambique BOD 55-16 BODY MASK MATERIAL: Wood ORIGIN: Makonde. Mozambique DIMENSION: 21.7 inches( 55 cm) SHIPPING CATEGORY 3. Shipping costs are an estimate. I will provide exact postage once I know location and exact weight. Ebay requires shipping costs to be listed in order to list items for sale. Please ask for shipping costs! Price: 195.00 USD CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Widerrufsbelehrung nur für deutsche Verbraucher im Sinne von §13 BGB Standard Shipping(not including VAT) D EU 1 EU 2 EU 3 World 1 World 2 Shipping Category 1 USD 8.00 USD 11.00. USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 Shipping Category 2 USD 8.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 Shipping Category 3 USD 9.50. USD 30.00 USD 30.00 USD 42.00 USD 44.00 USD 55.00 Shipping Category 4 USD 12.00 USD 39.00 USD 39.00 USD 53.00 USD 68.00 USD ... more89.00 Shipping Category 5 USD 14.50 USD 50.00 USD 48.00 USD 65.00 USD 95.00 USD 117.00 Germany Belgium. Denmark, France, UK, Luxemburg, Monaco, Netherlands, Austria Andorra. Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republik, Hungary, Vatican Albania. Armenia, Azerbaidzhan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Macedonia, Moldova, Norway, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine, Cyprus Egypt. Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, USA, United Arab Emirates rest of world
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MAKONDE MASK Mozambique MAK 27-16
MAKONDE MASK Mozambique MAK 27-16 MATERIAL: Wood. Pigments. ORIGIN: Makonde. Mozambique DIMENSION: H: 10.6 in( 27 cm) SHIPPING CATEGORY 2A. Shipping costs are an estimate. I will provide exact postage once I know location and exact weight. Ebay requires shipping costs to be listed in order to list items for sale. Please ask for shipping cost before payment! Price: 245.00 USD CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Widerrufsbelehrung nur für deutsche Verbraucher im Sinne von §13 BGB Standard Shipping(not including VAT) D EU 1 EU 2 EU 3 World 1 World 2 Shipping Category 1 USD 8.00 USD 11.00. USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 Shipping Category 2 USD 8.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 Shipping Category 3 USD 9.50. USD 30.00 USD 30.00 USD 42.00 USD 44.00 USD 55.00 Shipping Category 4 USD 12.00 USD 39.00 USD 39.00 USD 53.00 USD ... more68.00 USD 89.00 Shipping Category 5 USD 14.50 USD 50.00 USD 48.00 USD 65.00 USD 95.00 USD 117.00 Germany Belgium. Denmark, France, UK, Luxemburg, Monaco, Netherlands, Austria Andorra. Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republik, Hungary, Vatican Albania. Armenia, Azerbaidzhan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Macedonia, Moldova, Norway, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine, Cyprus Egypt. Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, USA, United Arab Emirates rest of world
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OLD EAST AFRICA MAKONDE CARVED EBONY PEPPER SALT SHAKERS People Scenes art trade
Fantastic old East African Makonde finely hand carved ebony pepper& salt shakers.Photographs tell the story& forms part of the description. From a private collection of artifacts and art collected over many years-other items listed or will be.Check out my! Will send World& Australia wide.Listed postage for Melbourne/V1. Items paid by paypal must be registered with a tracking number.Please wait for invoice to be sent. On 21-Aug-13 at 03:18:25 AEST. Seller added the following information:
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Makonde (Ebenholz, Ebony) aus Tansania, Beil, Hacke, Werkzeug
Makonde Werkzeug aus schwarzem Ebenholz Es wurde von den berühmten Shetanie-Schnitzern aus Tansania gefertig Es ist 45 cm groß und wiegt 690 g- Lovely Makonde tool made of black ebony The tool is manufactured by the famous Shetanie wood carvers from Tanzania The tool is 45 cm in size and weighs 690 g Normal 0 21 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
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4 Makonde Serviettenringe (Ebenholz, Ebony) aus Tansania
4 Serviettenringe aus schwarzem Ebenholz Sie wiegen zusammen 130 g- 4 Napkin Rings made of black ebony The Napkin Rings are weighs together 130 g
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Makonde Figural Trumpet on Stand 5 Feet Tanzania SALE Was $650
Title, Makonde Figural Trumpet Superb Patterns. Large, Type of Object, Trumpet, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, wood. Metal(aluminum or tin, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 59" H. x 6.5" diameter at base, Overall Condition, Good. 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, large cracks in base. Damage in middle, Chips, scratches, dents, Additional Information: A very large and exceptional trumpet in the form of a carved ... morefemale torso with head. The cylindrical trunk of this imposing trumpet shows two breasts indicating that the sculpture represents a female figure. In addition. The entire trunk is beautifully covered with elaborate geometric motifs. Details on the head helped identify this great piece of art as a Makonde trumpet. The Makonde are one of the most prolific art-producing cultures in East Africa. And their works are known worldwide. Though often identified with their wildly abstract and sensual"shetani" carvings which are produced for sale, they also have a long tradition of ritual art, which includes a wide variety of helmet masks, male and female ancestor figures, and an almost endless variety of utilitarian objects, such as this figural trumpet. There are also the startling female"belly" masks. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life, and mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycles for boys, as they re-enter society as men, ready to marry. The Makonde are a Bantu-speaking group who moved into northern Mozambique from their original homelands in Tanzania. Near Lake Nyasa. There are still pockets of Makonde living in Tanzania today, and the two grou
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Makonde Helmet Mask With Hair Tanzania Africa SALE Was $395
Title, Makonde Helmet Mask With Hair Tanzania Africa Type of Object, Helmet mask, Country of Origin, Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, wood. Pigment, hair, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches x 9.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Fair to Good, Damage/Repair, crack with repair in the bottom around chin and to the back. Mouth chipped, a few missing hair scratches, chips Additional Information: This well carved helmet mask with naturalistic look with human hair in the head comes from the Makonde. The Makonde of Tanzania and Mozambique are one of the most prolific art producing peoples in eastern Africa. One of the most prominent of these arts are the life size helmet masks called Lipico which are worn on the top of the head partially covering the face and slightly tipped upward so that the dancer can see. Masks ... moreplay a prominent role in Makonde life serving to mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycle for boys as they move into manhood. The Lipico masks show a wide range of Makonde life and society as they depict initiates. Villagers, coastal Arabs and colonial officials. Makonde will sometimes embellish their masks with human hair(like on this example) or with beards; they will insert pegs for teeth, whiten the eyes and in a quest for realism often show human deformities. Most of the time such masks have a lip plug, which Makonde men used to wear. The type of wood used is locally known as njala. For several splendid examples and more information. See Bordogna's A TANZANIAN TRADITION. I have examined this piece and agree with the description. Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 71787* 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
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Bantu Makonde Tree Of Life Ujamaa Style People Pole Carving Mozambique Tanzania
You are bidding on an early Bantu Makonde sculpture/wood carving known as the Tree of Life or The People Poles in the Ujamaa style. We acquired this piece from a local estate& were told it was originally purchased in Mozambique sometime in the early 1960's. This style of carving originated in the Mueda plateau region of Mozambique& followed the Makonde people when they migrated into southern Tanzania. As with all Ujamaa style carvings. This one depicts a large central figure, in this case it is a woman, surrounded by her children& probably grand children. The sculpture reflects the unity& continuity of the Makonde family. This Tree Of Life was carved from a single large branch of dense black African wood& when viewed from the profile. You can see that the original wood was a curved Y- branched section of the trunk ... moreor limb. The object is carved from a single piece with some of the lighter colored sap wood showing through on the base& on some of the smaller figures. The item is about 22 1/4" tall with varying shades of black brown& a few cream colored areas. The condition is good with age appropriate wear. There are also a few stress cracks which have developed due to time& variations in humidity. The top carving has some damage to the forehead but looks to have been made that way. Ple ase e-mail us if you require additional pictures. Shipping to anywhere in the Continental U.S.A. from Canada is $35.00*We are located in Canada and quotes for shipping and handling fees are according to Canada Post rates. For any other country please ask for a quote before bidding. We will gladly combine purchases to save on shipping costs. We pack in bubble wrap and double box when necessary. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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MAKONDE Pregnancy body mask
Wood and shell hand carved Makonde pregnancy mask. Used to celebrate the return of young men to the village after they have been initiated into adult life. The men who wear them cover their faces with a mask of a feminine face. They represent a pregnant woman. Traditionally worn in Tanzania and Mozambique. 23 1/2' long 11 1/2' wide. RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp*05e54c%3E-141faa4da6b-0xf7-
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African Makonde Pregnant Belly Mask Njorowe African Wood Carving
Fertility Belly Mask from Mozambique. Tanzania. Carved Wood. 15" long. 9" wide. This mask is said to contribute to fertility which is very important to the Makonde People! More Info: This so-called pregnant belly mask comes from the Makonde people. Women play an important role in Makonde mythology and art. The legend is that a man carved a figure of a woman. Fell asleep, and awoke to find that the statue had come to life. She gave him many children, and later became a venerated ancestress. The Makonde have an ancestress cult. Female body masks, depicting a torso with breasts, pregnant belly, and sometimes scarification patterns, promoted fertility.This female body mask was part of the costume of a special ndimu masker called a mwalindembo presenting a young pregnant woman. The mask was worn by a man and his performances emphasize ... morethe difficult of childbirth. Very wonderful item! Happy Bidding!
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RARE MAKONDE FIGURE Tanzania MAK MAK 54-29
RARE MAKONDE FIGURE Tanzania MAK MAK 54-29 FIGURE MATERIAL: Wood. Pigment ORIGIN: Makonde. Tanzania DIMENSION: 21.3 inches( 54 cm) SHIPPING CATEGORY 4. Shipping costs are an estimate. I will provide exact postage once I know location and exact weight. Ebay requires shipping costs to be listed in order to list items for sale. If shipping turns out to be cheaper I will refund the difference. Please ask for shipping cost before payment! Price: 425.00 USD CLICK IMAGE TO ENLARGE Widerrufsbelehrung nur für deutsche Verbraucher im Sinne von §13 BGB Standard Shipping(not including VAT) D EU 1 EU 2 EU 3 World 1 World 2 Shipping Category 1 USD 8.00 USD 11.00. USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 USD 11.00 Shipping Category 2 USD 8.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 USD 18.00 Shipping Category 3 USD 9.50. USD 30.00 USD 30.00 USD 42.00 USD ... more44.00 USD 55.00 Shipping Category 4 USD 12.00 USD 39.00 USD 39.00 USD 53.00 USD 68.00 USD 89.00 Shipping Category 5 USD 14.50 USD 50.00 USD 48.00 USD 65.00 USD 95.00 USD 117.00 Germany Belgium. Denmark, France, UK, Luxemburg, Monaco, Netherlands, Austria Andorra. Finland, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovakia, Spain, Czech Republik, Hungary, Vatican Albania. Armenia, Azerbaidzhan, Belarus, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Estonia, Georgia, Gibraltar, Iceland, Kazakhstan, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Macedonia, Moldova, Norway, Romania, Russian Federation, Serbia and Montenegro, Slovenia, Turkey, Ukraine, Cyprus Egypt. Algeria, Bahrain, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Yemen, Jordan, Canada, Qatar, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Mexico, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunesia, USA, United Arab Emirates rest of world
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Large African Makonde Pregnant Belly Mask Njorowe African Wood Carving 21"
Large Fertility Belly Mask from Mozambique. Tanzania. Carved Wood. 21" long. 11 3/4" wide, 7" depth belly. Light weight wood. Age is Unknown This mask is said to contribute to fertility which is very important to the Makonde People! More Info: This so-called pregnant belly mask comes from the Makonde people. Women play an important role in Makonde mythology and art. The legend is that a man carved a figure of a woman. Fell asleep, and awoke to find that the statue had come to life. She gave him many children, and later became a venerated ancestress. The Makonde have an ancestress cult. Female body masks, depicting a torso with breasts, pregnant belly, and sometimes scarification patterns, promoted fertility.This female body mask was part of the costume of a special ndimu masker called a mwalindembo presenting a young pregnant ... morewoman. The mask was worn by a man and his performances emphasize the difficult of childbirth. Very wonderful item! Happy Bidding!
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GothamGallery Fine African Art - Tanzania Makonde Lipico Tribal Helmet Mask G
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 Striking African Tanzania/ Mozambique Lipico Mask Inches: Height: 8.5 Depth: 10.5 Inches Centimeters: Height: 21.5 Depth: 27 Centimeters Measurement Mask Only Material: Wood. Hair, Pigment Estimated Age: Early 20th Century Condition: Fair Remarks: Stylized mask of helmet form realistic features 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 inside top. Scrapes and chips, lost of hair, lost of pigment, worn areas, age cracks, overall condition ... morefair. Thank you and please view my other items. BACKGROUND Inhabiting the southeast of Tanzania and the northeast of Mozambique are the Makonde. Divided into matrilineal clans, each one comprising several villages. They survive economically from farming and occasionally, cattle rearing. Makonde carvers are prolific producers of masks, statues and decorative objects. The most famous are the Lipico masks, which are used to mark a boy’s initiation into adulthood. Lipico is the name that Makonde men give to the masker of their masquerading association, who is brought from the bush into the village for initiation celebrations. The dances are accompanied by an orchestra of drummers. These masks have realistic features and are often decorated with scarification marks. They are carved with light balsa-like wood and are always worn with a cloth. The lip plug suggests that it is intended to represent a woman elder. Painter Fred Uhlman words- Most of the artists I admired. Picasso, Modigliani, Deraini, to mention only a few, had collected African art and had been profoundly influenced by it. Shortly afterwards I bought the Baule Fetish and the Baule bobbin which are still two of the
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ANTIQUE AFRICAN CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF MAN. AFRICAN ART,KONGO?MAKONDE?IVORY COAST
ANTIQUE AFRICAN CARVED WOOD FIGURE OF MAN. AFRICAN ART.KONGO?MAKONDE?IVORY COAST, THIS FIGURE HAS A CHIPPED FOOT, THE OTHER PART LOST WHEN MOVING. IT IS A VERY OLD PIECE AND IN GOOD CONDITION APART FROM THE FOOT, IT IS HERE IF YOU LIKE IT THE REST IS UP TO YOU. BID BUY AND BE VERY HAPPY. NEW BIDDERS UNDER 10 FEEDBACK PLEASE EMAIL BEFORE BIDDING. OTHER WISE YOUR BID WILL BE CANCLED AND BLOCKED FROM BIDDING AGAIN. SHIPPING& PAYMENT. PLEASE NOTE I ONLY ACCEPT PAY PAL AS PAYMENT. ALL PAYMENT TO BE MADE IN 3 DAYS OF WINNING BID, THANK YOU ALL ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED WITH IN ONE-TWO DAYS AFTER PAYMENT RECIVED. ALL PROOFS AND RECIPTS OF POSTING WILL BE KEPT. ALL ITEMS WILL BE PACKED USING GOOD QUALITY, SECURE AND SAFE MATERIALS. I WILL ONLY SHIP ITEMS TO CONFIRMED PAY PAL ADDRESS ONLY WITH DECENT POSTAL CODE SYSTEM IN PLACE, ALL WELCOME FROM COUNTRYS ... moreLISTED: U.S.A. CANADA, CYPRUS, GREAT BRITIAN, FRANCE, GERMANY, ITALY, AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, NETHERLANDS, SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, ANY OTHER INQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL ME. ITEMS WILL BE SHIPPED 1 ST CLASS ROYAL MAIL SIGNED FOR. SHIPPING& HANDLING GREAT BRITIAN £6.50 E.U STATES £ 19.50 USA& CANADA £ 19.50
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Makonde Pipe Anthropomorphic Tanzania Africa SALE Was $450
Title, Makonde- Anthropomorphic Pipe Wood, Type of Object, pipe, Country of Origin, Mozambique. Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, wood. Aluminum, nails, Approximate Age, Mid 20th Century, Dimensions, 7 inches H. x 3 inches W. x 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.  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. Wear, cracks with repair in places, chips, Additional Information: A wooden pipe decorated with a well sculpted seated figure showing a ... morecomic face with large mouth and exaggerate cheeks. This is a smoking pipe made by the Makonde people to smoke tobacco. Tobacco plays a prominent role in Makonde life. It is used for trade and pleasure. Anthropomorphic pipes were used by elders as a symbol of their social status and rank while sitting in the chitila. The local men's house where events of the day were discussed or reflections upon past events experienced as young men. The Makonde are known for their masks and sculptures and for their skill at embellishing objects of everyday use. Recommended Reading: Ravenhill. P. Exploring African Art, The Art of the Personal Object, 1991. I have examined this piece nd agree with the description Niangi Batulukisi. PhD. 63132* 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
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EXCELLENT ANTIQUE MAKONDE CARVED WOODEN STICK / STAFF FIGURE No Knobkerrie Club
THIS ITEM WILL BE POSTED FROM THE U.K. BELGIUM 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 13TH NOVEMBER to FRIDAY 15TH NOVEMBER so please make payment as early as possible. Ideally within 3 working days. 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 ... moreat my end or abroad are rarely my fault. I always post out at the 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/ Belgium: Parcelforce/ Bpost: £15 GBP. France. Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands: Belgian B-Post BPack World: £15 GBP. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited tracking(depending on your country) Rest of Europe: Belgian B-Post BPack World: £28 GBP. This is a signed for service which offers full or limited tracking(depending on your country) U.
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A superb Makonde Body mask Tanzania
A superb Makonde Body mask Tanzania Weight:660g Length:35cm We usually ship 2 days after receiving cleared payment. Combined postage welcome. Please Check my Ebay shop for fantastic items
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HUGE 82cm African Makonde Wood Carving Vintage Lamp Base
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Makonde Pot Figural Clay Pottery Tanzania African SALE Was $290
Title, Makonde Figural Clay Vessel Pottery African, Type of Object, Clay Vessel. Ceramic, Pottery, Country of Origin, Tanzania. Mozambique, People, Makonde, Materials, clay, Approximate Age, probably 20th century, Dimensions, 16.5 inches x 10 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, scratches. Chips, minor flaws, Additional Information: A very unusual Makonde pot decorated with a head showing details and markings that recall the Makonde style. ... moreThe present clay vessel was used as a container of water. Wine, or ritual libation. The Makonde are one of the most prolific art-producing cultures in East Africa. And their works are known worldwide. Though often identified with their wildly abstract and sensual"shetani" carvings which are produced for sale, they also have a long tradition of ritual art, which includes a wide variety of helmet masks, male and female ancestor figures, and an almost endless variety of utilitarian objects, such as this figural pot. There are also the startling female"belly" masks. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life, and mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycles for boys, as they re-enter society as men, ready to marry. The Makonde people are a Bantu-speaking group who moved into northern Mozambique from their original homelands in Tanzania. Near Lake Nyasa. There are still pockets of Makonde living in Tanzania today, and the two groups are separated by the Rovuma River. Despite the proximity of the two groups, they consider themselves culturally distinct, though ideas and artistic traditions are shared. Their first contact with Europeans did not occur un
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Tanzania... #985A-985H.....25 Complete Sets Of Makonde Art.......MNH....VF
Tanzania. 985A-985H.25 Complete Sets Of Makonde Art.MNH.original gum.catalog value over 125.00.very fine condition. I guarantee all items to be original and in the condition as stated. I am prompt in my shipping and will combine shipping on all lots. Please visit my store on eBay. As I will be bringing you some very nice postcards, stamps and collectibles in the following weeks to come. Please visit our eBay Store. We will be listing fixed priced items almost every day.
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SUPERB PAIR OF MAKONDE CARVED STATUES IN EBONY
THIS ITEM IS A VERY IMPRESSIVE PAIR OF MAKONDE(Mozambique) CARVED FIGURES IN EBONY FROM ABOUT 1960. THE STYLE IS ONE OF SIGNIFICANT DETAIL MIXED WITH A KIND OF"IMPRESSIONISM" THAT MANY MAKONDE PIECES EXHIBIT-THE IMPRESSIONISTIC ASPECT CREATES A SIGNIFICANT PICTURE OF OVERWORK AMD PERHAPS OPPRESSION. WHICH CERTAINLY FITS THE"TENDER" RULE BY PORTUGAL OF THIS COLONY IN 1960. THE DETAIL IS EXQUISITE, BUT DOES NOT SHOW UP MUCH IN THE PICTURES-EBONY IS HARD FOR ME TO PHOTOGRAPH. THE MALE FIGURE IS ABOUT 8 INCHES TALL, AND THE FEMALE FIGURE IS ABOUT 6 3/4 INCHES TALL-BOTH ARE RELATIVELY HEAVY BECAUSE OF THE EBONY. Please read the description. Look at the picture(s) and read the shipping, payment, and return policies. I request payment within three days of auction end. As a seller, I provide feedback after the buyer leaves feedback ... moreso that I know everything is complete. If there is an issue with your item, please contact me as soon as possible so that we can address it. International bidders are responsible for all customs fees, and American law requires that I declare the correct value on the customs forms. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Makonde African tribal art hand carved ebony sculpture man antelope GROTESQUE
Makonde African tribal art hand carved ebony sculpture man antelope GROTESQUE. 18 1/2'T- These Makonde ebony sculptures are fantastic and weird-I love em! I like to call this one Mantalope for obvious reasons. Very skillfully carved with excellent detail Ca. 1940's-50's we believe. All came from the same collection and some have labels like this one. Excellent condition with only minor scratches. Wear and nicks. Shipping wt.5 lbs. Please read and follow policy/instructions.Will combine shipping.Contact me for payment options.Insurance required on all packages-no exceptions.Please do not pay until you have received invoice from me which includes insurance.WE OFFER A 14 DAY RETURN POLICY IF ITEM SIGNIFICANTLY NOT AS DESCRIBED.REFUND OF PURCHASE PRICE UPON RETURN OF SAME ITEM IN SAME CONDITION AND BY SAME SHIPPING METHOD AS SHIPPED.NO ... moreRETURNS ON INTERNATIONAL SALES SO PLEASE ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE BUYING.PLEASE REMIT PAYMENT BY PAYPAL WITHIN 24 HOURS OF PURCHASE.WE CHARGE ONLY FOR ACTUAL SHIPPING WITH INSURANCE AND SHIP MOST SMALL PACKAGES BY USPS PRIORITY MAIL INSURED.LARGER PACKAGES ARE HANDLED BY OUR LOCAL PACK& POST-PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE.
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Early 20th C Makonde Dance Mask Possible Monkey Face African Mask
Especially nice early 20 th Century Makonde mask from Tanzania. Africa. Carved from a soft wood. The surface shows remnants of original overall dark pigment with some lighter pigment on the forehead area. The decorative keloid tattoos or scarifications are clearly rendered and this male portrait includes the Pelelè or upper lip plug. This style of a realistic male rendering is more commonly found as a helmet mask which would cover the whole head. Whereas this one is carved as a traditional mask. Measures 11 5/8 inches high by 7 ¾ inches wide by 4 ½ inches in depth. Email with questions. We are currently listing a diverse selection of photography and art books from a large private collection of over 30 years. Please check back frequently to see the new listings in both our auctions and our eBay Store. Take a minute and click ... moreon the link to my eBay store. Thanks. International bidders please Note: Import duties. Taxes and charges on international sales are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs service to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight or shipping company or when you pick up the item. Please do not confuse these charges as additional shipping charges. We cannot mark merchandise values below value or mark items as“gifts. U.S. and International government regulations prohibit this. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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Early 20th C Makonde Dance Mask Toothy Frown Buggy Eyes African Mask
Unusual and early 20 th Century Makonde dance mask from Tanzania. Africa. Uncommon toothy frown with bulbous slit eyes and broad nose. Several simple tattoo/scarification designs at the side of the eyes and cheeks. Age stress crack at the bottom lip into chin. Beautiful aged patina. Measures 12 ¼ inches high by 7 inches wide by 3 ½ inches deep. Email with questions. We are currently listing a diverse selection of photography and art books from a large private collection of over 30 years. Please check back frequently to see the new listings in both our auctions and our eBay Store. Take a minute and click on the link to my eBay store. Thanks. International bidders please Note: Import duties. Taxes and charges on international sales are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ... morePlease check with your country’s customs service to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight or shipping company or when you pick up the item. Please do not confuse these charges as additional shipping charges. We cannot mark merchandise values below value or mark items as“gifts. U.S. and International government regulations prohibit this. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Powered by The free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items.
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LARGE USED, WOOD MAKONDE CEREMONIAL MATERNITY BODY MASK - 26" X 13"
MAKONDE BODY MASK TANZANIA C. 1980 26" TALL LIFESIZE EXCELLENT USED CONDITION. A WORN PATINA SHOWS WEAR MARKS INSIDE AND OUT. EACH IS A ONE OF A KIND. THIS IS NOT YOUR USUAL UNADORNED BODY MASK WITH USAGE THESE MASKS USUALLY BREAK AND WARP. WOOD. A DARK LAYERED STAIN, CHIPPED AT THE NIPPLES. VALUE: $ 1000.00 SHIPPING $ 30.00. USA- $ 50.00. INTERNATIONAL THESE TAKE A LARGE BOX. ADD A KUBA CLOTH OR REGULAR SIZE HEDDLE WITH NO ADDITIONAL S&H Please note that all old used Arts will have minor imperfections. Chips, age cracks and other minor irregularities. If you cannot live with that or want a perfect piece, Please bid as old used items are never perfect. I will try my best to point out anything beyond that in my item descriptions. PLEASE READ THE LISTING BEFORE BIDDING. BID IF YOU ARE GOING TO PAY. Return Policy: All items purchased ... morecan be returned for a credit within 14 days if item is not as described. POLICIES: Buyer prepays. Plus shipping and handling. INSURANCE is INCLUDED. International postage will vary depending on country. Winning bidders outside of the United States recieve Air Mail. After the auction has ended. I will send you email notification of your winning bid. Requesting your shipping information. Upon your reply. Due within 3 business days, I will email you with complete information for mailing in your payment or charging through PayPal(available for U.S. customers and now most International countries) Payments are due within 14 days from close of auction. Seller reserves the right to relist item if payment is not received within stated time. Please check out my feedback comments left by ALL MY satisfied customers regarding my accuracy of descriptions. Quality of merchandise and care in shipping. we guarantee our descriptions to be accurate. Sorry. No refunds for buyer’s remorse. I invite you to please view my listing of other current eBay auctions. Multiple auctions won by the same bidder can be combined to help save on postage. SELLER RETAINS THE RIGHT TO NOT SELL TO ANY BIDDER WI
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Antique African Makonde Tribe Tanzania Area Pregnant Belly Breast Body Mask yqz
Untitled Document Welcome to EstateAuctionsInc! We are one of the Leading Sellers of Antiques. Collectibles and Quirky items on eBay. We have been selling since 1998 and ALL of our auctions start at.99 cents. We are proud to announce that we maintain a"FIVE STAR Detailed Seller Rating" and our staff strives for 100% customer satisfaction. Our 100% feedback rating will vouch for that. We work with consigners from Coast-To-Coast and work hard to make sure we have top quality items. We are"Your Quality Zone" search"YQZ" to see our other listings or_ UP IN THIS AUCTION Antique African Makonde Tribe Tanzania Area Pregnant Belly Breast Body Mask From HUGE African and Ethnic Collection Shabby Chic Please be patient there are 10 photos to be loaded in this auction. We ended up with a huge estate collection of African. ... moreIsland and other Tribal artifacts. Many of these are absolutely museum quality. We are not experts in this area, but we can read labels on some of them and match others online. If we get something wrong, just let us know and we will try and post it here so everyone can see. We are putting them up in separate auctions over the next few weeks. Check back regularly to see what we get up. GOOD LUCK! She measures approx. 14 1/4" high. Up in this auction is a body mask of a pregnant woman's belly and breasts from the Makonde tribe in the Tanzania and Mozambique area. It is a beautiful belly mask made out of wood with exaggerated abdomen. Large breasts, and a lot of scarification above the navel. It measures 24" tall, 13" across and 8 1/2" deep. There is some wear and tear and age rubs. Believe it or not, these masks were worn by men. The Makonde have an ancestress cult. Female body masks, depicting a torso with breasts, pregnant belly, and sometimes scarification patterns, promoted fertility.This female body mask was part of the costume of a special ndimu masker called amwalindembo presenting a young pregnant woman. The mask was worn
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MAKONDE - PREGNANT BODY MASK - MOZAMBIQUE # 10922
MAKONDE- PREGNANT BODY MASK- MOZAMBIQUE# 10922 Makonde tribal art piece from the southeast of Tanzania and the northeast of Mozambique. Women play a central role in Makonde mythology. According to legend. The first man, wandering around in the African bushveld, sculpted a female figure out of wood, and then fell asleep. When he awoke, the statue had become a real woman who bore him many children. This first ancestress is venerated in Makonde life. The body masks are worn by young male initiates upon their return to the village. Size: H 20" W 9" D 6" inches) Materials: wood Origin: Makonde Shipping: Shipping Cost depends on destination insured Condition: Excellent. Read description view pics- DIRECT FROM AFRICA TO YOU! We travel to Africa on a regular basis and handpick all the items we have for sale. Each trip uncovers a new ... moretreasure. A new experience, a new marvel. All rates are for Canada and continental U.S.A. and includes. Packaging, labor, insurance. Bulk shipping rates(+ 10 items) are available upon request. International shipping available upon request. Multiple auctions(less than 10 items) won by the same bidder can be combined to save up to 30% on shipping rates. Depending on the size and weight of the items. Duties/taxes if and where applicable will be the responsibility of the buyer. Visa. Mastercard,Paypal, are accepted. Payment must be made within 10 business days. We keep the right to re-list an item if payment is not received in the time specified. Please ask all questions prior to bidding. Once a sale has taken place. It is final. All communications at auctions end will be for payment and shipping purposes only. We guarantee our descriptions to be accurate. We will accept returns if the item is not as described. We will gladly reimburse your purchase price less the shipping and handling. No refunds for buyers remorse. Bid cautiously! International sales(outside of the U.S.A or Canada) are final and no returns will be accepted. Please note that our older pieces will have imperfection
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Wondrous RARE Vintage Tanzania Makonde Spirit Figures Hide & Wood Frame Drum!
Here is a truly exceptional vintage wood and hide frame drum from Tanzania. In quite fine condition overall, measuring app. 14" by 13& 3/4" by about 1& 5/8" thick. This fantastic bit of art and music combined shows just moderate wear, with some small defects as one would expect in handmade items of this nature. It has a warm, tangy sound, as well as some of the strangest artwork one may ever encounter in the drum world. Those of you who only know me from exonumia would never guess that I worked for a major distributor of ethnic art here in the Midwest for some years. And I will challenge anyone in the United States who can say they have repaired and literally"fixed" more African art than I have. Regardless, in also trying to be a part-time percussionist, I have picked up some strange drums over the decades, ... moreand this one is up there. I have personally handled over a hundred of this variety of square hand drum, and there was never one that had such powerful and"Art Brut"like work covering the skin. The sound is great too! Beyond the norm. $49.
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An Outstanding Old Makonde Figure, Tanzania
H: 19.5" 49.5 cm W: 4" 10.25 cm D: 4.5" 11.5 cm We ship Worldwide. Charges will be calculated at auction end based on location. If quote needed prior it can be provided. Posted with
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Makonde Pregnant Belly Mask Njorowe Miniature African
Title, Makonde Pregnant Belly Mask Njorowe Miniature African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Mozambique. Tanzania, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, 20th century, Dimensions, 12 inches H. x 7 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, chips and small cracks, Additional Information: A beautiful belly mask made out of wood with exaggerate abdomen. Firm and high breasts, and a scarification above the ... morenavel! The use of this small body mask is unclear. This so-called pregnant belly mask comes from the Makonde people. Women play an important role in Makonde mythology and art. The legend is that a man carved a figure of a woman. Fell asleep, and awoke to find that the statue had come to life. She gave him many children, and later became a venerated ancestress. The Makonde have an ancestress cult. Female body masks, depicting a torso with breasts, pregnant belly, and sometimes scarification patterns, promoted fertility.This female body mask was part of the costume of a special ndimu masker called a mwalindembo presenting a young pregnant woman. 80045* 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 tre
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Tanzania Makonde Ebony Hand Carved Giraffe
Extremely Beautiful and Rare Collectable This is a very unique and rare collectable in North America due to the size of the carving. It was personally brought back to me from Tanzania by a Missionary friend 11 years ago as a thank you. It is carved out of a single piece of Ebony. Whats particularly unique about this piece is not only the size of the carving but the baby giraffe nursing from it's mother. Carvings that are 24-36" tall are often termed as Large. This one is LARGE as just under 6 feet tall. This Makonde tribe carving of a Mother Giraffe nursing her young is 70" tall. The baby giraffe alone is 29" tall. Its a gorgeous item that pictures can't do justice with the detail that went into the piece. The color and shine of the wood down to the main on the babies neck. Shipping: The shipping will be set at a flat ... morerate as not to have to crate and weigh it in case there is a local pickup. If the actual cost to your destination is less you will receive the difference back by PayPal. We pride ourselves with our great rating on both our eBay accounts
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Makonde (Family tree) Sculpture from Tanzania
Makonde( Family tree) sculpture from Tanzania. Made of Ebony wood 30.5" tall 15lbs. Bought in Tanzania in 1990. A very well carved piece. With a hollow core which adds depth and detail to the figures. 1.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fuk.rp73%28b0g%60%60%3E1-1440e84d520-0xe2-
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OLD AUTHENTIC AFRICAN TANZANIAN MAKONDE BODY or BELLY MASK WITH HEAD
For sale is an authentic old African Tanzanian Makonde body or belly mask with a head/ face. It is approx. 30" L X 10' D& 12 1/2" W. These masks were worn in dances that accompanied the return of boys from bush camp. The mask represents a pregnant young woman. This is a really old piece as can been seen from patina& areas of black paint: I believe it is early 20th c. It has some wood material loss around the edges; some tracks from insects(long ago) on the belly but they do not go through the wood(as can be seen in the photos) which gives the mask character; otherwise. It is in quite good condition for its age. This genuine early belly mask would be a great addition to any African art collection. Thank you for looking and please browse my store.
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OUTSTANDING "MAKONDE" TREE OF LIFE EBONY CARVING
Superb condition The carving is enhanced by the contrast between the ebony and the bark The detail and finish to the carving is a delight 24cm/9" tall and 12cm/4.5" in diameter Weighs 1.2kgs/2.5lbs unpacked See all my listings#1533
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Makonde Art, Antique Tanzanian Ceremonial Axe 1 of 4
Beautiful Makonde ceremonial axe 1 of 4 with hardwood handles measuring approximately 22 inches long. My parents lived in Tanzania during the 1970's and brought this and many other items home with them in 1974. All are guaranteed authentic and not tourist market junk. I have many other Makonde artwork and other items so please check my other listings. I always offer discounted shipping on multiple items. Please message me with any questions. Thanks for looking. I apologize for the bad cell phone pictures. I've having trouble with my camera. If you want more detailed pictures, please message me and I will send them to you via email. Thanks.
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Makonde Art, Antique Tanzanian Ceremonial Axe Number 2 of 4
Beautiful Makonde ceremonial axe number 2 of 4 with hardwood handles measuring approximately 22 inches long. My parents lived in Tanzania during the 1970's and brought this and many other items home with them in 1974. All are guaranteed authentic and not tourist market junk. I have many other Makonde artwork and other items so please check my other listings. I always offer discounted shipping on multiple items. Please message me with any questions. Thanks for looking. I apologize for the bad cell phone pictures. I've having trouble with my camera. If you want more detailed pictures, please message me and I will send them to you via email. Thanks.
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A Finely Carved Vintage African Hard-Wood Staff / Walking Cane, Makonde.
Click Here. Double your traffic. Get Vendio Gallery- Now FREE! Makonde People. Mozambique& Tanzania- dating from the mid 20th century. Hand caved and finished from a section of very dense native hard-wood timber. The upper extreme incorporates a'mushroom' form grip- a figurative carving forms an embellishment to the shaft. The facial features and carving are typical of Makonde sculpture- this example depicted with geometric scarification. A snake is carved below the figure- depicted coiled around the shaft. Apparently climbing. The snake is inset with pigmented eyes- see image 9. The lower shaft extreme tapers to the original plain circular end face. Overall height- 39 3/8" 1.001mm) Condition- Very Good. Fine natural colour and patina. This piece has been examined and shows signs of some age and genuine Makonde artistry. ... morePlease see my other items for more antiques. Ethnographic art, curios and bygones. Shipping- U.S.A. and Canada- £32.00 FedEx. World Economy, air mail. Western Europe- £22.00 UPS. Air mail. Please email for other worldwide shipping quotes prior to bidding. UK shipping* as above. Please Note- Royal Mail have dramatically increased UK postage rates and restrictions. I can now arrange alternative and more cost effective shipping using the couriers. City Link, Hermes and UPS within the UK- all three provide an excellent service, fully trackable. Payment- Full payment to be made within seven days of purchase- unless full settlement arrangements have been agreed prior to bidding. I reserve the right to cancel transactions for non-payment after seven days following the item sale date. All non-payments to be reported to ebay. Please Note- Due to recent acts of Fraud. All items with a sale value of 40.00 GB Pounds Sterling, and over, will now be shipped on a trackable, signed for basis only. Any Genuine claim will be processed through the Insura
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Old African Tanzania MAKONDE (WAMAKONDE) body mask maternity figure
85 cm high by 35 cm amazing example of Old African Tanzania MAKONDE(WAMAKONDE) body mask maternity figure
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Tanzania 1992 Makonde Art Used Never Hinged SG 1485 - MS1492
Tanzania 1992 Makonde Art Used Never Hinged SG 1485- MS1492 If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. I will always combine Postage where possible. When I ship your stamps they will be protected and securely packaged. I endeavour to post all items within 3 days of recieved payment and I retain proof of postage certificate for all items. Copies of which can be viewed. Royal Mail provide an excellent service but I cannot be held responsible when. On the rare occation they do not live up to expectations, items are either late or not recieved. If you are happy with your purchase then please leave possitive feedback as I will for you. Good luck and happy bidding!
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Makonde Figural Drum Tanzania African 40 Inch
Title, Makonde Figural Drum Tanzania African, Type of Object, Drum, Country of Origin, Tanzania. Mozambique, People, Makonde, Materials, Wood. Animal skin, Approximate Age, Second half 20th century, Dimensions, 39.5 inches H. x 13.5 inches W. x12 inches D. 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, large cracks throughout the drum. Some with indigenous repairs, holes, chips and scratches in places, worn skin. Additional ... moreInformation: A superb drum supported with a female figure sitting on a stool; there are carved figures of humans. And snakes around the drum's body. The head is covered with animal skin. Such a drum was used to accompany musicians and to rhythm dances and csongs during ritual and popular festivals. The Makonde are one of the most prolific art-producing cultures in East Africa. And their works are known worldwide. Though often identified with their wildly abstract and sensual"shetani" carvings which are produced for sale, they also have a long tradition of ritual art, which includes a wide variety of helmet masks, male and female ancestor figures, and an almost endless variety of utilitarian objects, such as this drum. There are also the startling female"belly" masks. Masks play a prominent role in Makonde life, and mark the end of the initiation and circumcision cycles for boys, as they re-enter society as men, ready to marry. The Makonde are a Bantu-speaking group who moved into northern Mozambique from their original homelands in Tanzania. Near Lake Nyasa. There are still pockets of Makonde living in Tanzania today, and the two groups are separated
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Tanzania, 1992, Makonde Art, sg 1485 - 1490, MNH, see scan
Tanzania. 1992, Makonde Art, sg 1485- 1490, MNH, see scan Powered by
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