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Detroit, MI, United States
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Authentic African Artifacts Collection
Dual platform auction of ZENE GIBSON - AN AMAZING COLLECTION OF AUTHENTIC AFRICAN ARTIFACTS, CLOTHING & JEWELRY.
A note from Talibah, Zene's Daughter,
These items are authentic as known by the family of the collector.
During my mom's first trip to South Africa, she met kindred spirits, artists and clothing designers that introduced her to more art than she could house. As local people became more and more interested in buying art, my mom's business Africentricity was born.
Africentricity was not only a way to sell art, it was a platform for my mother to educate her community about African history and culture.
Her friendships with the artists she met in Africa were a direct connection to bringing a unique experience to the city. My mom was able to create displays for local school events, she showcased art for major concerts, and hosted events for people looking to bring art into their homes.
She always dreamed about having a home in the Boston Edison District and selling African art from 829 Chicago was a joy for her!
Zene lived an abundant and extraordinary life!
She was born Frances L. Johnson on Monday, Valentines Day, February 14, 1949 in Detroit's Historic Black Bottom to Willie and Ernest Johnson. After being double promoted for her academic accomplishments, she graduated as Best Dressed & Class Secretary from Northwestern High School Class of 1966. She then attended the HBCU Wilberforce University (in Wilberforce, OH) and was the first person in her family to earn a bachelors degree in 1970.
After returning to Detroit, Frances was hired as one of the first black female probation officers for the State Of Michigan Department Of Corrections. Frances then attended The Shrine Of The Black Madonna where she was baptized and renamed as Zene Diallo, with the intention of revolutionizing racial tensions and empowering her community. That intention was fulfilled throughout her work personally and professionally as she touched so many lives.
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0408: Carved African Bird Figurine Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 15" tall Condition:Est. $45-$135Lot Passed
0409: African Yoruba Shango Dance Wand Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 23" tall Condition:Est. $175-$295Lot Passed
0410: Handcrafted Metal African Grandmother Statue Origin: Private estate Material: Metal Measures:Est. $55-$135Lot Passed
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0411: Handcrafted African Animal Figurine Origin: Private estate Material: Metal Measures: 4" longEst. $30-$85
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0412: Painted African Ostrich Egg With Warriors Origin: Private estate Material: Blown out ostrich eggEst. $15-$35Lot Passed
0413: African Acrobats Metal Statue Origin: Private estate Material: Metal Measures: 15" tall Condition:Est. $45-$120Lot Passed
0414: African Tribal Wooden & Metal Hair Combs Origin: Private estate Material: Small comb is metal allEst. $65-$185Lot Passed
0416: African Ashanti Ghana Tribal Comb Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 14" tallEst. $120-$240Lot Passed
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0419: Carved African Wooden Letter Openers Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 9" and 7" tallEst. $10-$45
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0421: Heavy African Bronze Statue Origin: Private estate Material: Bronze Measures: 20"tall Condition:Est. $65-$155Lot Passed
0422: Heavy African Smoking Man Bronze Statue Origin: Private estate Material: Bronze Measures: 19" tallEst. $65-$135Lot Passed
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0423: African Folk Art Decorative Wood Pieces Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 12" & 16"Est. $15-$30
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0424: African Slingshots Origin: Private estate Material: Wood & leather Measures: 7" & 6" Condition:Est. $20-$45
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0425: African Abstract Animal Head Mask Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 12" Condition:Est. $38-$65Lot Passed
0426: Carved African Wood Comb Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 19" Condition: Small chipEst. $22-$48Lot Passed
0427: Carved Yin & Yang Stone Origin: Private estate Material: Stone Measures: 2.5" Conditon: GoodEst. $5-$12Lot Passed
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0428: Carved African Tribal Vessel Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 23"tall Condition: SomeEst. $195-$315
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0429: Carved African Wood Statue Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 36"tall Condition: CrackEst. $95-$165Lot Passed
0430: Carved African Wood Statue #2 Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 35"tall Condition:Est. $95-$165Lot Passed
0432: Carved African Plank Mask Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 33"x 16" Condition: SomeEst. $150-$300Lot Passed
0433: Carved African Antelopes Headdress Origin: Private estate Material: Wood & metal Measures: 34"x 10"Est. $200-$400Lot Passed
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0434: Vintage African Cameroon Beaded Stool Origin: Private estate Material: Wood & beads Measures: 20"t xEst. $400-$600
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0436: Antique African Xylophone With Gourds Origin: Private estate Material: Wood & gourds Measures: 38"xEst. $175-$350Lot Passed
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0437: African Baga Nimba Shoulder Mask Origin: Private estate Material: Wood Measures: 28"x 18" Condition:Est. $125-$280
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