A Fine Old Lobi Sculpture

A carved wooden effigy of a male spirit with deep well handled surface patina and classic form. Such Idols known as Bateba Thil were considered mediums to the spirit world. The sculpture has been cust

This is an old and elegant sculpture made by the village black smith and hand hammered iron. The Bird is quite well made and although heavily weathered and eroded, what remains is quite elegant and a

A very well handled and weathered wood sculpture, known as Bateba Thil, this is an effigy of a spirit, placed on local shrines to act as a medium to the spirit world. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso, Afric

A Carved wooden stool with classic form and elegant ancestor style face on top. Possibly carved by the famous Lobi carver Sikire Kamabire of Gaoua, Burkina Faso 1896-1963. Lobi peoples, Burkina Faso,

Hand made terracotta clay vessel with incised designs and a wonderful fitted lif with flared handle. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, Africa. The vessel measures 12.5 inches tall x 13 inches wide.

A Highly stylized female effigy or bateba ( Spirit Idol) with encrusted sacrificial patina as well as classic form, tall conical head and protruding navel. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, Africa. The scul

A Fine old Lobi clay vessel with raised designs and small fitted cone like lid on a globular like formed vessel. Lobi peoples, Burkina faso, West Africa. The Vessel measures 6.5 x 6 inches. Provenance

A very fine old carved wooden Shrine idol from the Baule peoples of the Ivory Coast, West Africa. The sculpture of a male effigy is often created for a person who endures physical or emotional distres

An elegant and refined example of a male effigy with hands to the chest, incised beard, pouty mouth and deep well handled surface patina. The Sculpture was reportedly once offered at Sothebys London,

A carved wooden shrine idol with highly stylized form and features, linear incised designs accented with kaolin clay, large round ears and central crest. Such sculptures were considered healing fetish

A finely carved Male effigy with central coiffure accented with tacks, long stylized beard, raised scar designs and classic form with hands to the waist. Attie peoples, Lagoons region, Ivory Coast, We

A beautiful old carved wooden female effigy with raised coiffure, inset scar designs and a lovely well handled patina. Attie or Anyi peoples, lagoons region, West Africa. the figure measures 11.75 inc

A traditional carved wooden idol that would traditionally guard Village, shrines and crossroads. Nepal. Measures 17.5 inches tall on wooden base.Provenance: Ex Prof. Charles Bordogna, Past curator of

A very fine and elegant carved wooden sculpture of a Pipe smoking ancestor with horn like projections. Lulua peoples, Congo, Africa. The figure measures 13.5 inches tall. Collected in situ by Diedre S

Carved wooden male sculpture from the Ambete or related ethnic group, from Gabon, Africa. A male form with arms raised and open mouth, seated on stool. A heavy kaolin clay patina coats the entire surf

Carved from a dense heavy wood and featuring a the large upturned nose in classic form , hands to chest and a ceremonial cap. The sculpture is adorned with a grass skirt and has a well handled surface

This is a very fine old wood sculpture of the Hero Chief, or primary ancestor Chibinda Ilunga of the Chokwe peoples. A highly stylized example with excellent openwork design and signs of age and handl

This is a very fine old wood sculpture of an important chieftain of Kuba kingdom. The figure is carved from a dense heavy wood with ornate designs and a proud stance. Kuba peoples, Congo, Africa. The

Very fine old metal sculpture/figurine depicting Virgin Mary holding child Jesus. Great details on this collectable religious art. SIZE: 18".~~ DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Images

Very fine old metal sculpture/figurine depicting Virgin Mary holding child Jesus. Great details on this collectable religious art. SIZE: 8 1/4".~~ DEAR BIDDERS, Please View More Detailed Close-Up Imag

This is a very fine old wood sculpture from the Baule peoples of West Africa. Carved from a single piece of wood with an undeniable well worn smooth patina from handling over many years. The Statue fe

This is a very fine old wood sculpture of a female ancestor with stylized face and form, carved coiffure, protruding navel and well handled and worn surface. Ashanti peoples, Ghana, West Africa. The s

Fine Tchokwe female sculpture from Angola Africa. Carved wood with gorgeous golden honey color and a very deep patina from handling. In good condition , a few stable stress fractures, a serene example

Carved wooden female sculpture from the Bamana (Bambara) peoples of Mali, West Africa. The powerful forms of this Jonyeleni figure, executed in a remarkably free style, expresses the ideal image of a