West African Tribal Shield

West African carved wood tribal shield, early 20th century, carved from a single piece of wood; overall good condition, minor wear; L 32" x 4 1/4" (approx.)Provenance: Dr. Peter T. Furst (1922-2015) c

A rare old hand hammered iron dance shield, Kirdi ethnic group, Cameroon, West Africa. A unusual form for a traditional hand hammered iron shield from the Kirdi peoples. Note the stylized form and the

IBO, Nigeria, wood male standing figure. [Figure: 46" H x 10 1/2" x 10 1/2"; Base: 7 1/2" H x 10 1/2" D x 10 1/2" D]. From the Estate of Liz Claiborne and Arthur Ortenberg.

West African wood and metal tribal Kota mask on wooden base; overall good condition, minor wear and patina; H 18" x W 8" x D 2 3/4" (approx.)Provenance: Dr. Peter T. Furst (1922-2015) collection thenc

Yoruba West African Tribal Babalawo Beaded Covered basket. Features multi colored geometric design with inset cowrie shells and fabric handle. Good condition with normal age wear. Retains original Joy

Group West African tribal copper currency jewelry, 20th c., (9) pieces, incl. (7) bracelets and (2) large beads, 4.25"dia (largest), 2"dia (smallest) Provenance: The Collection of Marguerite Jossel Ap

20th century, carved wood with woven raffia decoration, featuring five faces carved in high relief, with wire for hanging. This lot to be sold on day 1, Wednesday, October 3 (Lots 1-948) 33 x 15 in.

A primitive tribal Yoruba West African Babalawo beaded covered basket. Encircling designs of birds on branches crafted of various colored beads. With circular fitted lid. Lined with fabric. Retains or

Group West African tribal currency jewelry, 20th c., Burkina Faso, Gurma, engraved bronze or brass, (5) pieces, incl. (4) cuff bracelets/anklets and (1) bracelet, 4.75"w x 2"h (largest), 3.75"dia x 2"

(8) West African tribal currency cuffs, 20th c., mostly copper, engraved and twist form manilla cuffs, 4.5"w x 3.25"d (largest), 3.25"w x 2.75"d (smallest) Provenance: The Collection of Marguerite Jos

A beautifully hand crafted vintage West African Yorbuba ceremonial beaded talismanic belt sash, with an allegorical crocodile alligator shape and stylized central decorations of two crocodiles and oth

Tamberma Peoples, Northern Togo. A buckler well-woven of rushes with applied hide grip and conical central parrying boss capped with hammered brass and set with a silver coin. First half of the 20th c

Two Vintage Carved Wood West African Tribal Masks - Two carved wood masks with pigment. Comprising: Kple Mask, Baule People, Ivory Coast, a circular mask with horns, 29" h x 20" w. AND Plank Mask, lik

A beautifully hand crafted vintage West African Yorbuba ceremonial beaded talismanic belt sash, with stylized boat shape and abstract central decorations of crocodiles, rabbits, flamingos, and other f

BRASS TACK ACCENTS WITH PAINTED SURFACE - 46" PROVENANCE: UPDATED 2023 TERMS FOR PURCHASING AND SHIPPING OF AUCTION ITEMS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING. ALL PAYMENTS FOR PURCHASES WILL BE MADE

Antique West African [Benin] Tribal Bronze Cuff Bracelet | Cast bronze decorated with ridge lines and crescent / half circle sun like designs | Approx. Size / Weight: 4" L x 2.75" D; 172 grams | Ex. M

Dimensions: (Sculpture) H 12" x W 6.5" x D 4" Condition: Some paint loss. Provenance: From a Greenwich, CT estate.

An African Tribal Shield. Constructed of hide, pigment, and wood 34" x 25"

A West African Benin primitive tribal bronze figurine statue. An abstract figural group work depicting an allegorical or mythical androgynous figure with horns, holding a form resembling a closed umbr

Three Vintage West African Tribal Art Carved Baule Figures - Ivory Coast. Grouping comprises: A seated female figure 22" h; as standing female figure with scarification and elaborate coiffature 20 3/4

A beautifully hand crafted vintage West African Yorbuba ceremonial beaded talismanic belt sash, with three stylized divine Orisha spirits protecting two infant forms, all formed with spectacular bead

HANDMADE WITH PAINTED SURFACE AND WRAPPED RIM - 31" X 24" PROVENANCE: UPDATED 2023 TERMS FOR PURCHASING AND SHIPPING OF AUCTION ITEMS. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING. ALL PAYMENTS FOR PURCHASES

West African Tribal Hand Carved & Painted Bird Statue. Measures 23 inches x 9 inches.

Vintage handcarved & strung piece;