ITEM #:
2397
ETHNICITY:
Urhobo
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
URHOBO HEADDRESS:
A superb Urhobo Headdress, dramatic appeal in great condition, ready for your Urhobo Art Collection. -
ITEM #:
2397
ETHNICITY:
Urhobo
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
URHOBO HEADDRESS:
A superb Urhobo Headdress, dramatic appeal in great condition, ready for your Urhobo Art Collection.
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ITEM #:
55023
ETHNICITY:
Zigua
ORIGIN:
Tanzania
ZIGUA INITIATION FIGURE:
Capture the spirit of the Zigua people in an exclusive and timeless piece that invites you to explore the rich tapestry of African artistry. -
ITEM #:
5570
ETHNICITY:
Hemba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
HEMBA SIGITI ANCESTOR FIGURE:
Explore the essence of Hemba tradition with the Hemba Singiti Ancestor Figure – an authentic, rare treasure that encapsulates the spiritual connection and artistic finesse of African heritage. -
ITEM #:
4514
ETHNICITY:
Hemba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
HEMBA SIGITI FIGURE:
This exquisite work of art reflects the venerated status of a bygone patriarch, symbolizing a bridge between eras and realms.
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ITEM #:
4099
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
BAULE COLONIAL FIGURE:
A wooden colonial figure in a formal suit and a jaunty pose by the Baule people of Ivory Coast -
ITEM #:
4098
ETHNICITY:
Akan
ORIGIN:
Ghana
AKAN COMMEMORATIVE HEAD:
A memorial portrait celebrating the legacy of an Akan leader from the vibrant regions of southern Ghana or southeastern Côte d'Ivoire. -
ITEM #:
2190
ETHNICITY:
Lobi
ORIGIN:
Burkina Faso
LOBI BATEBA PHUWE FIGURE:
The Lobi Bateba Phuwe figures are unique in their posture with arms straight down, a straight ahead gaze, and a grim expression. -
ITEM #: 5549 ETHNICITY: Tabwa ORIGIN: Democratic Republic of Congo TABWA FIGURE: The Taabwa people, also known as Tabwa or Tarbwa, are a Bantu group sharing similarities with the Bemba people.
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ITEM #: 5505 ETHNICITY: Makonde ORIGIN: Tanzania MAKONDE FIGURE: This unique art form, encompassing household objects, figures, and masks, originated in the Makonde plateau.
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ITEM #:
2137
ETHNICITY:
Baule
ORIGIN:
Ivory Coast
BAULE SLINGSHOT HANDLE:
The artistry of the Baule carvers is evident in the detail of the carving, and the passion that went into decorating everyday items like this African slingshot handle.
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ITEM #: 4032 ETHNICITY: Bassa ORIGIN: Cameroon, Liberia BASSA FIGURE: The Bassa people are traditionally settled farmers who grow yam, cassava, eddoes and plantain. They are a lineage-linked independent clans who live in villages, each with a chief.
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ITEM #: 4035 ETHNICITY: Dogon ORIGIN: Mali DOGON NDULERI FIGURE: This Dogon Nduleri style nommo figure comes from the western side of the plateau.
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ITEM #:
5545
ETHNICITY:
Kongo
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
KONGO FIGURE:
A figure carved by the Kongo or BaKongo intended for protection. -
ITEM #:
3527
ETHNICITY:
Yombe
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
YOMBE SHRINE FIGURE:
A figure carved by the Yombe intended for use on a shrine. -
ITEM #:
5521
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA WHISTLE
The traditional Luba whistle, an instrument utilized by the secretive Luba society in the Democratic Republic of Congo. -
ITEM #:
5548
ETHNICITY:
Teke
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
TEKE POWER FIGURE:
Teke artistic activities primarily involve the carving of figures that are infused with magical substances called Bonga. These powerful figures, also known as "fetishes" in the West, have different purposes and are owned by different individuals. -
ITEM #:
5547
ETHNICITY:
Ewe
ORIGIN:
Ghana
EWE VENAVI FIGURE:
These Ewe Venavi dolls serve multiple purposes, including protection after the loss of a twin, as well as being cherished children's toys. -
ITEM #:
5583
ETHNICITY:
Ngbandi
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
NGBANDI PROTECTIVE FIGURE:
Some of these Ngbandi protective figures even embody the Ngbirondo spirit and serve as protectors of the village. -
ITEM #:
3551
ETHNICITY:
Guro
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
GURO ELEPHANT MASK:
The Guro Elephant masks has supernatural powers that protected the village and its inhabitants against witchcraft, drought, famine, disease, and other threats. -
ITEM #:
55020
ETHNICITY:
Bambara
ORIGIN:
Mali
BAMBARA CHIWARA FEMALE:
The Chiwara headdresses were worn in dances at the beginning of the rainy season (or when a fallow field was re-seeded) to assure a good harvest.
