Sold2020Songye Axe, D.R. Congo, 20th c.A Songye axe. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. 20th century. Wood and metal. 14 1/4" x 7 1/4" x 2 1/4". Condition: includes stand. Wear and abrasions throughout. Provenance: Private NSee Sold Price
Sold2021Mangbetu Peoples, Chief's knifeMangbetu Peoples, Chief's knife, DR Congo, forged iron sickle blade, wood handle, rattan wrap, on custom metal stand, 14"h Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC Notes/LiteratSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ngulu Sword - Metal, Wood - Ngombe - DR CongoBeautiful, ceremonial sword of the NGOMBE tribe from D.R. Congo. This Central African Ngombe Ngulu sword was reputedly used for executions. Later, it became a sign of prestige. Very nice specimen withSee Sold Price
Sold2022BakongoD.R. Congo Wood, mirror, metal, seedpods, and nails 39 cm Provenance: Dr. Tschopp, Muttenz, Switzerland Galerie Pierre Dartevelle, Brussels Private collection, Belgium Nkisi N-Konde or power figure wiSee Sold Price
Sold2018Early 20th C. Kuba Ppl Colonial Figure in PrayerEarly 20th C. Kuba Ppl Colonial Figure in Prayer. D.R. Congo. Wood with metal. Height: 8 in. (custom steel mount). In very good condition, overall; slight abrasions to high points. Medium brown aged pSee Sold Price
Sold2023Prestige Knife - Metal, Wood - Ikul - Kuba - CongoAncient Ikul prestige Knife in wood and metal - KUBA - D.R of Congo. Beautiful stylish blade with a nice patina of age. This knife named Ikul, can also be considered as a short sword. According to theSee Sold Price
Sold2023Two African Songye Luba Tribal Ceremonial Axe Adze, DRCCa. first half 20thC. Songye/Luba tribal African ceremonial axe and smaller axe, wood, metal; Democratic Republic of Congo. Good, with age-appropriate wear, and age-cracks. Ex-Nooter coll.See Sold Price
Sold2024Ancestor figure - Wood - Mangbetu - CongoStylistic ancestor figure from the Mangbetu tribe of DR Congo. The figure has a typical high fan-shaped hairstyle and its body adorned with tattoos, the ideal of MANGBETU beauty. Mangbetu art is famouSee Sold Price
Sold2021(3) African iron currency blades / weapons(3) African iron currency blades / weapons, Each on custom metal display stand, including a Kuba throwing knife with wood handle, DR Congo, 11.5"h; a Mumuye wide spear head, Nigeria, 19.75"h, and a naSee Sold Price
Sold20202 Chokwe Complex Spears, D.R. Congo, 20th c.A group of two Chokwe Complex spears. Democratic Republic of the Congo/Angola, Central Africa. 20th century. Wood and metal. ++ 55 1/4" x 4 1/8" x 1 3/4". Condition: spear contains a hanging contraptiSee Sold Price
Sold20196 Figures and Utilitarian Objects. 20th c.A group of six ethnographic figural and utilitarian objects. 20th century. ++ Songye wood power charm. D.R. Congo. 11 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 3 3/4". ++ Polynesian club.18 1/4" x 3". ++ Yoruba metal figurine.See Sold Price
Sold20222 Central African Axes.A group of two Central African Axes. ++ A Songye Axe with snake skin wrap. Metal, snake skin. Democratic Republic of Congo. 16 1/2" x 9". Wear from age. ++ An Ila/Baila Axe. Wood, metal. Zambia. 17 7/See Sold Price
Sold2023African Songye Luba Tribal Ceremonial Axe/Adze, DRCCa. first half 20thC. Songye or Luba ceremonial axe with face carving, wood, metal; Democratic Republic of Congo. Good, with age-appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Purchased 1981 from SaidoSee Sold Price
Sold201720th C. African Pende Wood / Metal Prestige Axe**Originally Listed at $200** Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pende culture, ca. early 20th century CE. This is a scepter, also known as a prestige axe, that is designed to be a more elaboraSee Sold Price
Sold2023African Bronze Throwing Axe, Early 1900sProbably Luba or Songte, DR Congo region. Late 1890s or later, well made 'trade' axe of a grooved hard wood with well worn leather wrapped, bound thread, and overlaid bands of colored strapped leatherSee Sold Price
Sold2023Large African, Congo, Kuba Tribe Helmet Mask.Large African, Congo, Kuba Tribe Helmet Mask. Size 10 inches high, 12 1/2 length. Large carved wood ceremonial mask with shells and metal straps over wood. painted decoration. Provenance: Ex Dr ArnoldSee Sold Price
Sold2019SONGYE/LUBA CARVED AFRICAN SPIRIT MASK19th c. Kifwebe of the Songye/Luba Peoples, North Shaba, (Katanga, DR Congo), in painted and carved wood with downturned horns of a Ram, symbol of virility and leadership. Displayed on a black metal mSee Sold Price
Sold2016Small knife - D.R. Congowood, iron, handle wrapped with brass wire, eloborate punched blade, wooden sheath wrapped with strips of metal, resp. rattan, min. dam., fine cracks (sheath), slight traces of corrosion H: 16,5 cm, HSee Sold Price
Sold2023Mangbetu Style, Carved Wood Figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central AfricaMangbetu style, carved wood figure, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, 20th century. Approximate size, 17" H. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New YorkSee Sold Price
Sold2023Nkisi N'Kondi Power Figure, Bakongo, DR Congo/ZaireAfrican Tribal Art: Bakongo people, Democratic Republic of Congo: A large Nkisi N'Kondi Power Figure, made of carved wood with nails, chains, glass, shells, fabric, forged-metal, pigments and naturalSee Sold Price
Sold2021A Fine Old Luba Prestige Axe Ex- Dr Healy estate NYA carved wooden handle with ancestor head on the end, embellished with hand hammered metal ( aluminum) strips and forged steel blade with incised designs. Luba peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. TheSee Sold Price
Sold202320th C. African Mangbetu Iron Barbed Spear, Wood Handle**Originally Listed At $400** Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mangbetu peoples, ca. mid-20th century CE. A fine spear featuring a slender wooden handle with 7 petite metal ringlets aSee Sold Price
Sold2021Hunting handmade tomahawk viking axe metal woodViking Axe "Lybid" The axe is one of the first human-made tools. Simplicity of perfection is the very word used to describe viking axes. The ax has great impact power, it cuts through armor with ease.See Sold Price
Sold2023African, Possible Mangbetu, DR Congo, Black Earthenware VesselPossible Mangbetu, DR Congo, black earthenware vessel, with patterns, 13"h x 6.5" w PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New YorkSee Sold Price