Pierced Pende Mask with Scarification and Headdress
Fine Pende mask, a beautiful mask; the mouth, eyes and rim pierced; scarification to cheeks and forehead; attached natural-fibre headdress to top and a fine original patina of red, white and black pigment. Democratic Republic of the Congo. Length 25.5 cm.…
Congo Colonial Fetish Figure
Congo Colonial figure This figure has small, well-defined features to head and face, an elongated neck and body; the arms are carved free of the body and end in hands resting to the side; the legs have slightly bent knees; the chest has a hollow for…
19th Century African Iron Songe Axe with Snakeskin Handle
A 19th century African iron Songe axe, probably Ngongo tribe, Congo. It has a wooden handle sheathed in snakeskin. Provenance: Purchased at Dunbar Sloane Auckland, 2007. Previously purchased in in Belgium during the 1880 period by Meister Doctor Joachim H…
19th Century African Iron Songe Axe with Copper Sheathed Handle
A 19th century African iron Songe axe, probably Ngongo tribe, Congo. Wooden handle sheathed in copper. Four heads in the iron work. Provenance: Purchased from Dunbar Sloane Auckland, 2007. Previously purchased in in Belgium during the 1880 period by…
Large Songye Mask with Woven Cape, Congo
Songye Mask of large proportions decorated with a series parallel incisions on the face and equipped with a woven fibre cape piece at rear, Congo. Mounted on wooden stand. 46 cm
Congo Fetish Figure with Metal and Bead Decoration
African fetish figure, wood with skin apron, metal neck ornament and steel and bead decoration, Republic of Congo. 23 cm
19th Century Congo Standing Figure
Congo figure 19th century standing figure, one extended arm, raised facial features, top knot to head, bound with early trade cloth. Mid brown dry patina, traces of black pigment. Height 30 cm. Width 9 cm
Congo Fetish from Michael Green Collection
Unknown fetish, possibly Congo, early 20th century. Provenance: ex-Michael Green collection. Michael Green was a wealthy South African collector who moved to Tasmania after several decades of amassing an extensive collection of African Art, including…
Kuba Shoowa Cloth with Antler Velvet & Rafia
A Kuba Shoowa cloth Congo rafia and antler velvet. Provenance: ex-Michael Green collection. Michael Green was a wealthy South African collector who moved to Tasmania after several decades of amassing an extensive collection of African Art, including…
Kuba Shoowa Cloth with Antler Velvet and Provenance
A Kuba Shoowa cloth Congo rafia and antler velvet. Provenance: ex-Michael Green collection. Michael Green was a wealthy South African collector who moved to Tasmania after several decades of amassing an extensive collection of African Art, including…
Congo Male God Figure with Stand
A 19th century African boundary marking male God figure. Discovered on the edge of a village in the Congo. Comes with stand. Height 154 cm (including stand)
African Goddess Boundary Marker from Congo
A 19th century African boundary marking female God figure. Discovered on the edge of a village in the Congo. Comes with stand. Height 150 cm (including stand)
Hemba/Luba Congo Monkey Mask - 23 cm
An African monkey mask from the Congo. Used by the Hemba/Luba tribe. Length 23 cm
Congo Male Drummer Statue
An African wooden male statue Beating drum from the Congo. Provenance: Mildred Tice was a missionary from Pennsylvania in the Congo. She returned to the USA in 1935. Height 38 cm
Congo Ebony Drummer Statue
An African ebony female statue Beating drum from the Congo. Split to hair. Provenance: Mildred Tice was a missionary from Pennsylvania in the Congo. She returned to the USA in 1935. Height 28 cm
African Ironwood Tobacco Box with Male Interlocking Figures
An African Ironwood lidded tobacco box from the Congo. Male interlocking figures are carved to body. Provenance: Mildred Tice was a missionary from Pennsylvania in the Congo. She returned to the USA in 1935. Height 14.5 cm
Congo Initiation Mask with White and Ochre Banding
Congo Initiation mask. Black ridges with white & ochre banding. Losses. Height 46 cm
Mangbetu Ebony Busts: Traditional Beauty from Central Africa
A pair of impressive Central African ebony busts, the male and female with traditional hairstyles and facial scarification, from the Uele district on the border of Oubangui in French Equatorial Africa and the Belgian Congo, Mangbetu tribe. Height 38 cm…
Hemba Janus Figure: Male and Female in Harmony
Hemba Figure. Kabeja a Janus statue representing a male and female figure, hands resting on abdomens, the raised coiffure hollowed at the top, coffee bean shaped eyes under raised eyebrows. Rich patina. Dem Republic of Congo. Height 28.5 cm. Width 9 cm
Kusu Male Figure
Kusu Figure. Carved wooden male figure with arms resting on abdomen. Heart-shaped facial plane, raised features and scarification to cheeks. Democratic Republic of Congo. Height 20.5 cm. Width 7 cm
Central African Malady Mask
Central African Malady mask. Carved wood, with peripheral tassel holes. Label from Sidewalk gallery attrib. Republic of Congo origin. Wood. Height 31 cm
Songye Kifwebe Mask from Democratic Republic of Congo
A large & fine Songe Kifwebe mask, the grooved pattern on the face of the mask is a common characteristic of a Kifwebe mask from the Songye tribe in the Democratic Republic of Congo in central sub-Saharan Africa. The white paint in the grooves symbolizes…
Timber Hilted Congo Machette with Incised Blade
An Upper Congo Machette, with timber hilt and incised blade,
Lega Ivory Mask "Skull of My Father"
A Lega ivory mask, this Lega mask is known as lukungu lwa tata, which literally means 'Skull of My Father'. on fitted metal stand, Democratic Republic of Congo. Provenance: Xanadu gallery, San Francisco 1980/90s, South American Private Collector, height…
Dark Patina Lega Ivory Figure from Congo, 1950s
A Lega ivory figure, stained with palm oil to give dark patina, collected in 1950's, Congo, Africa. Provenance: on document, height 21 cm
Kuba Pipes: 19th Century Congo Carvings
Three carved wooden Kuba pipes, Congo, 19th century, the largest 54 cm long
Congo Figure Stool with Scarification
An African Congo figured stool, the standing figure supporting the disc slab 'seat' upon its head supported by its hands, scarification detail. Height 46.5 cm
Congo Wooden Ancestor Figure, Mid 20th Century
A wooden ancestor figure, Dem. Republic of Congo, mid 20th century 66 cm high
Ekonda Botolo Chief's Hat
Ekonda 'Botolo' Chief's hat, Democratic Republic of Congo, in a layered conical form with a central brass disc, height 33 cm. Provenance: The Estate of Ray Hughes
Hemba Male Ancestor Figure: Symbol of Authority and Continuity
Small Hemba male ancestor figure or Singiti, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Hemba sculptural tradition is devoted mainly to representation of male ancestors and the style and pose of this example is typical - hands on hips and stomach protruding.…
Congo Fetish Figure with Snake and Nails
An African carved wood fetish figure, standing man with snake, painted face and studded with nails. Congo. Height 55 cm
Teke Male Figure with Pronounced Features
A carved Teke male figure, depicting holding his belly, pronounced facial features (the Teke peoples situated in the Congo). Height 32 cm
Lega Bird Mask with Old Paint Remains
A Lega bird mask, long hook beak type beard, pronounced nose, eyes and forehead. Old paint remains to the eyes. (Lega peoples are situated in the Congo). 17 cm x 36 cm.
Tabwa Ancestor Figure from Congo
Tabwa ancestor figure. Congo, Africa (1928-2006). Ex Kurt Hoesli collection, Switzerland, height 36 cm
Elaborate Chokwe Ancestor Figure from Congo
Chokwe ancestor figure. Congo. Finely carved with elaborate hairdo. Ex Kurt Hoesli collection, Switzerland, height 39 cm
Vintage Hemba Dance Mask on Custom Base
Vintage Hemba dance mask. Congo, Africa. On custom-made base of high quality, height 21 cm (each)
Luba-Kasai Headrest with Kneeling Female Figure
An African Luba-Kasai (Congo DRC) headrest, supported by a kneeling female figure, width 24 cm.
Teke Fetish Figure with Scarification and Textile Wrapping
A Teke fetish figure from the Democratic Republic of Congo, old painted textile wrapping and scarification to the face, height 48 cm.
Kuba Kete Mask from Meneghelli Collection
Kete mask, Kuba people, South East Democratic Republic of Congo, Ex Vittorino Meneghelli collection
Jens Quistgaard Teak Ice Bucket with Lid
A Congo lidded ice bucket by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, in teak with plastic insert, designed by Quistgaard in 1955. Manufacturers stamp to base, height 50 cm, diameter 22 cm
Vintage Bembe Congo Ancestor Figure with Pronounced Facial Features
A vintage 'Bembe' Congo ancestor figure, pronounced facial features and old paint pigment to eyes. Height 28 cm.
Pende Tribal Mask: African Wood Carving
A Pende tribal mask, carved wood and fibre, Congo, African origin, 122 cm high
Kongo Nail Power Figure: Mystical Art from Congo
Kongo Nail Power Figure, carved wood, iron and glass, Democratic Republic of Congo, 31 cm high
Carved Tribal Headdress from Congo
An African tribal headdress, carved wood with earth pigment decoration, Democratic Republic of Congo, 118 cm wide
Songye Kifwebe Mask: Carved Wood with Pigments
Songye Kifwebe mask. Dr Congo. Carved wood with ohre pigments. Height 43 cm
Pende Wood Mask with Ochre Pigments
Pende mask, Dr Congo. Carved wood with ochre pigments. Height 42 cm
Luba Kneeling Caryatid Stool with Age Patina
Early Central African stool. Congo Luba stool. Seat supported by kneeling caryatid. Age patina. Height 32 cm
Songye Fetish Figure with Carved Body and Cap
Early African Congo fetish figure. Songye wood figure with hatch carved body and cap. Losses to fibre adornments of head and shoulders. Green pigment traces. Height 70 cm
Yaka Ancestor Figure with Beads
A fine Yaka ancestor figure Congo. Carved and engraved hardwood and beads (with custom stand). Approx. length 42 cm
Yaka Hardwood Mask with Engravings
A finely carved Yaka mask, Congo. Carved and engraved hardwood (with custom stand). Provenance: Old collection number on the back. Approx. length 74 x 22 cm
Engraved Teke Ancestor Figure from Congo
A Teke ancestor figure Congo. Carved and engraved hardwood (with custom stand). Approx. length 33 cm
African Dan Bird Mask for Protection
An African Dan bird mask, from the Congo and used for protection, on metal and wood stand. Height 43 cm.
Lega Bwami Initiation Mask
A Lega mask, Democratic Republic of Congo. Used in initiation ceremonies for the Bwami society. The Bwami society is a centuries old voluntary society which promotes peace among the Lega who have no centralised state or regional authoritative roles. Lega…
Kumu Initiation Mask from Congo Rainforest
A Kumu mask, Democratic Republic of Congo. The Kumu people inhabit the Ituri rainforests in the eastern part of the Congo. Masks in Kumu society are used in initiation ceremonies for coming of age. Carved from wood this mask in an oval shape with blocking…
Hemba Figure on Calabash
A Hemba figure, Democratic Republic of Congo. Carved from wood. Torso resting on a calabash and is held to place with fibre cord and bitumen. Height 26 cm, width 13 cm, depth 12.5 cm
Luba Headrest from Democratic Republic of Congo
A Luba headrest, Democratic Republic of Congo. The Luba are a Bantu speaking people located in the south central Democratic Republic of the Congo. This headrest would have been used by the owner to elevate the head and protect the hairstyle of the wearer.…
Yombe Maternity Figure with Child on Lap
A Phemba maternity figure, Democratic Republic of Congo. Yombe figures were often placed upon shrines to honour ancestral mothers. This figure is carved from wood and has a rich brown patina. The female figure is bare-breasted, she sits with her legs…
Lega Initiation Mask from Congo
A Lega mask, Democratic Republic of Congo. Used in initiation ceremonies in the Bwami society. The Bwami society is a centuries old voluntary society which promotes peace among the Lega who have no centralised state or regional authoritative roles. Lega…
Sikasingo Male Figure from DR Congo
A Sikasingo figure, Democratic Republic of Congo. Carved from wood in a smooth dark patina. The figure depicts a standing male with an oval face, a long neck, square shoulders, a short body and bent knees. The figure stands on a small square base. Height…
Songye Fetish Figure with Horn and Red Beads
A Songye fetish figure, Democratic Republic of Congo. Carved from wood, the figure is depicted holding its large stomach and its feet form a circular base. The figure has a single horn to the upper and wears a necklace of red beads and a skirt of red…
Hemba Ancestral Male Figure
A Hemba ancestral figure, Democratic Republic of Congo. Hemba figures are typically devoted to the representation of male ancestors. Hemba people understand that ancestors live in a realm separate from the living but are able to watch over the living in…
Lega Mask with Minimalistic Carving and Plant Fibers
A Lega mask, Democratic Republic of Congo. Lega masks are not often worn on the face, they are adorned on different parts of the body or hung for display. A minimalistic mask carved from wood. The face is a rectangular shape with the widest point at the…
Worlley Game Board from Yacouba Tribe, DRC
A Worlley game board, Yacouba tribe, Democratic Republic of Congo. Carved from wood, this games board has a grid of 32 square compartments, at the bottom of the board is one large raised square dish. The top of the board has a carved head. Length 75 cm,…
Ekonda Botolo Chief's Woven Hat with Brass Disk
Ekonda 'Botolo' chiefs hat, Democratic Republic of the Congo, woven, layered conical form with central brass disk, height 33 cm. Provenance: Estate of ray Hughes.
Kuba Mask with Geometric Patterns and Feathered Coiffure
A Kuba mask Democratic Republic of Congo, the oval face painted with geometric patterns and with circular pierced eyes. Elaborately woven coiffure with attached feathers, 38 x 24 cm
Songye Bantu Shield with Carved Mask and Painted Bands
Songye tribe Bantu ethnic group, Democratic Republic of Congo wooden shield, the oval waisted shield with small mask carved in relief and with painted and incised bands in white, red and black, 67 x 32 cm
Pende Mask: Triangulated Face with Woven Raffia Coiffure
Pende mask Democratic Republic of Congo, with high forehead and triangulated face with downcast eyes and open mouth barring teeth and woven raffia coiffure, 26 x 20 cm
Hemba Fertility Figure with Beads
A Hemba fertility figure Democratic Republic of Congo, the standing naked figure with angular face with hands placed on the breasts. Embellished with a strand of yellow beads, 26 cm height
Konda Double-Edged Sword with Heavy Pitting - 53cm
Konda tribe Democratic Republic of Congo sword, double edge blade. Rust and some heavy pitting. 53 cm length
Ngombe Bantu Executioner's Sword
Ngombe Bantu tribe, Democratic Republic of Congo, Executioner's sword. 20th century. Primarily used in ceremonies. 65 cm long
Mangbetu Currency Knife, Early 20th Century
Mangbetu Democratic Republic of Congo Currency knife - Trombash, early 20th century. Iron, bone. Heavy rust and pitting. Early replacement of handle in bone with strapping. 45 cm long
Zande Congo Sabre Knife with Ebonised Handle - 46cm
Zande tribe Congo sickle shaped sabre knife. Ebonised wooden handle. Blade in good condition.46 cm length
Ngombe Poto Currency Sword Knife - 70cm
Ngombe Poto tribe Democratic Republic of Congo. Currency sword knife. Blade in good and untouched condition. 70 cm length
Mangbetu Currency Knife
Mangbetu Democratic Republic of Congo Currency knife - Trombash, early 20th century. Iron, bone, surface rust and some pitting. 38 cm length
Songye Mounted Mask with Miniature Ornaments
Songye tribe Bantu ethnic group ritual mounted mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, the miniature mounted mask mounted on woven cane and surrounded by cowrie shells, bone and gourds and miniature amulets, 34 cm diameter
Lega Initiation Mask from Congo
A Lega mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, used in initiation ceremonies in the Bwami society. Lega masks are not often worn on the face, they are adorned on different parts of the body or hung for display. Carved from wood and coloured with white and…
Yaka Kholuka Mask with Gun-Toting Figure & Feathers
Yaka People Kholuka Mask, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Painted wood, plant fibre & feathers, human face surrounded by raffia, high rising cap surmounted by figure of a man holding a gun & topped with feathers. Height 95 cm. Provenance: Estate Of Ray…
African Tribal Paddle Form Figural Staff
African Tribal Ceremonial Paddle Form Figural Staff, possibly Luba, Dr Congo. Loss to female figure's breasts. Length 139 cm
Lele African Double Sided Face Mask with Stand
A fine African double sided face mask, carved wood, natural woven fibre, shell and beads, Lele tribe, Democratic Republic of Congo, with stand, 57 cm high
Luba Hemba Carved Wood Figure with Chevroned Beard
An African Congo, Luba Hemba carved wood figure, with chevroned beard and cruciform motif to back of coiffure, height 31 cm
Congo Wood Mask with Swollen Eyes
An African Congo carved wood mask, with white pigment painted face, swollen 'coffee bean' eyes. With display stand, height 27 cm.
Kuba Kingdom Ceremonial Spear
A figurative ceremonial spear, Bacouba, Democratic Republic of Congo, polished wood and iron, made by the Kuba kingdom, 152 cm long. Provenance: Sidewalk Gallery
Bakongo Bound Figure with Knife and Vessel
Bakongo figure, finely carved, heavily bound stanging figure with raised facial features baring teeth, holding a knife and vessel. Mid brown patina with traces of Kaolin. Democratic Republic of Congo. 14 cm height
Lega Wood Mask with Pigment and Kaolin
Lega mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo, wood, pigment, kaolin. 37 cm height
Ngbaka Mask from Democratic Republic of Congo
A Ngbaka mask, Democratic Republic of Congo. The Ngbaka or Mbaka are a small ethnic group of roughly 300,000 people. This mask is captivating in both its artistry and presence. A short and rounded forehead leads into long and concave orbital plane with…
Bena Lulua Maternity Figure
A Bena Lulua maternity figure, Democratic Republic of Congo, carved from a single piece of wood. This figure depicts a kneeling woman holding her child at her side. Her stomach is large and round and she has an exagerated bellybutton. A yonic symbol…
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