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Place of Origin: South African
Ceramic Giraffe Jug Hand Made In South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
In the vast savannas of Africa, giraffes roam gracefully, their long necks reaching for the tender leaves of acacia trees. With each step, they embody elegance and resilience, symbo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Zebra Teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Love Art Ceramic's zebra teapot, sculpted by Sbusiso Ndaba and painted by Sli Mazibuko, this is a unique piece of art these artist only make one never repeat the same piece, embodie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Teapot , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
It seems there might be a misunderstanding here. South Africa doesn't have native tiger populations. Tigers are typically found in parts of Asia, like India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Peanut Bowl , hand made And Painted in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Senzo Duma Ceramics presents a handcrafted ceramic tiger peanut bowl, sculpted by Lefu and painted by Samkelo. This exquisite piece captures the tender bond between mother and cub, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Monkey Teapot Hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing a truly unique masterpiece: the Monkey Teapot by Love Art Ceramic. Handcrafted with precision and passion, this teapot stands as a testament to the artistry of its creato...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
As a symbol deeply rooted in African culture, the tiger holds a special significance. While tigers are not native to Africa, they often symbolize strength, courage, and resilience qu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Box, hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This ceramic tiger box from Love Art Ceramic is not just a piece of art; it's a symbol of strength, beauty, and craftsmanship. Handmade by talented artisans Sbusiso and Minenhle Nene...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Imvelo Natural Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Handcrafted in South Africa by local artisans under the brand Imvelo Natural Art, this tiger sculpture ceramic exudes raw beauty and artistic finesse. Sculpted by Bennet and painted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Royal Violet: Handcrafted Tiger Box" by Love Art Ceramic. Sculpted by Motsamay, painted by Sabelo in regal purple. The unique lid, a masterpiece by two artisans, offers a one-of-a-ki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Bird Box Hand Made In South Africa One Of The Kind
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Crafted by skilled South African artisans, this captivating box takes the form of a majestic bird, capturing the essence of African wildlife. Its lid, adorned with intricate details,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Tiger Jewelry Box , hand made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
Title: "Savannah Majesty: Handcrafted Tiger Decorative Box" Crafted with meticulous care by artisans at Love Art Ceramic, this exquisite tiger decorative box captures the essence of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Large Ceramic Pangolin Sculpture, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the "Pangolin Sanctuary" ceramic sculpture, a masterpiece by renowned South African sculptor Thabo Mbhele for Wiseman Ceramics. This larger-than-life piece, standing at 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Hand-made Ceramic Elephant Vase with handles, made in South Africa
By Love Art Ceramic
Located in North Miami, FL
This Elephant Vase is One Of The Kind by Love Art Ceramics, handcrafted by Sabelo/Sondy and painted by Zinhle Nene in South Africa, captures the essence ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Giraffe Cookie Jar Hand Made In South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ndlovu, known for his expertise in ceramics, infuses each piece with a blend of creativity and tradition. This particular creation, the Giraffe Cookie, only one is made with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Genet Cat Cookie Jar Hand Made In South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Wiseman Ndlovu specializes in handcrafted and painted ceramic pieces that often feature intricate designs and vibrant colors inspired by African culture and nature. His work is celeb...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

South Africa Collectible Design White Ceramic Console Mirror Flux by Jan Ernst
By Jan Ernst de Wet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Jan Ernst is a multidisciplinary designer specializing in functional art and spatial design using clay as his main medium. The work is driven by his fascination with natural structur...
Category

2010s Minimalist South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Ceramic Parrot Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite Ceramic Parrot Tureen, a masterpiece crafted by the skilled hands of Senzo Duma Ceramics in the heart of South Africa. This unique creation not only serves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Leopard Urn, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the magnificent Ceramic Leopard Urn, a masterpiece born from the skilled hands of Senzo Duma Ceramics in the heart of South Africa. Crafted with meticulous attention to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rhodochrosite on Manganite from N'Chwaning II Mine, South Africa
Located in New York, NY
From N'Chwaning Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa. Rich specimen of translucent red rhombohedral rhodochrosite crystals on black manganite matrix....
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

South African Zulu Basket with Lid, Geometric Handmade Basketry
By Zulu's
Located in Chicago, IL
This basket is made of natural elements and traditional fibers sourced from nature and assembled together by skilled weavers, using the extract of dyes obtained from natural sources ...
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1980s Tribal Vintage South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Seagrass

Colorful Ceramic Giraffe Urns, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the magnificent Giraffe Urns by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a breathtaking testament to African craftsmanship, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa. Craf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Rhodochrosite on Manganite from N'Chwaning II Mine, South Africa
Located in New York, NY
From N'Chwaning Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa. Rich specimen of Transparent pink rhodochrosite crystals with sugar-like microcrystals on the s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Other

Colorful Ceramic Leopard Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning testament to African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa. Crafted with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Ceramic Leopards Tureen, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the stunning Leopard Tureen by Wiseman Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African craftsmanship, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa. Designed by Wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Ceramic Monkey jewelry box, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite Monkey Jewelry Box by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning fusion of African artistry and functionality, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Afr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Ceramic Leopards and Protea Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Leopard Vase by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a stunning testament to African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Africa. Crafted with ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Ceramic White Lions Tureens, hand made in South Africa
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the exquisite White Lions Tureen, part of the Timbavati collection by Wiseman Ceramics—a stunning fusion of African artistry and storytelling, meticulously hand-painted a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

African Ceramic Monkey Urn by Ardmore
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Ardmore Ceramics Hand-Painted Ceramic Urn, a stunning piece of art that seamlessly blends craftsmanship and creativity. This magnificent urn, standing at an impressiv...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Ceramic Lion vase, hand made in South Africa
By Senzo Duma Ceramic Arts
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Lion Jug by Senzo Duma Ceramics, a true masterpiece of African artistry, meticulously hand-painted and hand-sculpted in South Afri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Natural Hippopatomus Teeth Mounted Bookends, Turn-of-the-Century
Located in Miami, FL
Rare pair of natural hippo teeth bookends. Perfect to display your favorite books on a nightstand, mantel, dresser or shelf. Certainly a topic of conversation. The antique set of...
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Early 20th Century South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bone, Wood

Ardmore Ceramic Lizard Vase, hand made in South Africa
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Presenting the exquisite Lizard Vase, a true masterpiece handcrafted by Ardmore Ceramic, a renowned pottery studio based in South Africa. This one-of-a-kind creation is a testament ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Monkey and Kingfisher sculpture hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Kingfisher and Monkey was designed by Zimele Original Ceramics in South Africa.Hand painted by Sello Hand sculpted by Lindy.The African Circus collection, in Victor's words: This...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Khada Hand Carved Decorative Totem Sculpture #3
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our totem sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair trade. Th...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Khada Hand Carved Decorative Totem Sculpture #2
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
All our totem sculptures are hand carved in Southern Africa from sustainable alien timber by a group of Zimbabwean artists who set their own prices, thus making them fair trade. Th...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ceramic Monkey jewelry box, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the delightful Monkey Jewelry Box by Love Art Ceramic—a whimsical blend of artistry and functionality, sure to enchant any space with its charm. Hand-sculpted with metic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Kingfisher and Monkey sculpture hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Kingfisher monkey was designed by Zimele Original Ceramics in South Africa.Hand painted by Victor Hand sculpted by Matrinah.The African Circus collection, in Victor's words: This...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Colorful Ceramic Rhino vase, hand made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Rhino Vase by Love Art Ceramic, a stunning tribute to African wildlife and craftsmanship. Designed by Love Art Ceramic studio in South Africa in 2023, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Hyena and Monkey sculpture made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
The Hyena and Monkey was designed by Zimele Original Ceramics in South Africa.Hand painted by Petros Hand sculpted by Mpilo.The African Circus collection, in Victor's words: This col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Ceramic Flamingo vase made in South Africa
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the captivating Flamingo Vase by Imvelo Natural Art—a true masterpiece of handcrafted elegance, meticulously crafted by South African artists renowned for their skill and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Gaudefroyite With Hematite
Located in New York, NY
From N'Chwaning I Mine, Kuruman, Cape Province, South Africa, this lustrous, stark black, sharply hexagonally crystallized specimen of gaudefroyite with hematite brings unexpected pr...
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2010s South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal

Rare Tiger's Eye Stone Style Ashtray South Africa Circa 1955 Caramel Color
By Luigi Cervone
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Rare Tiger's Eye Stone Style Ashtray South Africa Circa 1955 Caramel Color
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone, Marble

African Elephant, Tiger and Woman Rider Varnished Wood Sculpture by J. Zanetti
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century african elephant, tiger and woman rider varnished wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti By: J. Zanetti Material: wood Technique: carved, hand-carved, hand-crafted, varnished, polished Dimensions: 12.5 in x 5 in x 12.5 in Date: early 20th century, 1936 Style: Art Déco Place of origin: South Africa This expressive early 20th century wood sculpture signed by J. Zanetti depicts an elephant mid-stride, a tiger resting below, and a nude female rider in an animated pose. Carved from richly grained, varnished wood, the figures are captured in motion, the elephant's legs striding forward. Seated atop the elephant, the woman's swirling coiffure and outstretched arm convey a sense of vitality and farewell. The energetic composition and Art Déco stylization reflect early 20th century african Modernism...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Ardmore handmade African Ceramic Giraffe Vase
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Giraffe Vase by Ardmore Ceramics – a magnificent fusion of art and functionality. This large ceramic vase, hand-sculpted by the talented V...
Category

2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Wiseman Ceramics, Rhino Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Rhino Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. Part of the prestigious Big Five Collection, this captivati...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Ardmore handmade African Ceramic Giraffe Vase
By Ardmore Design
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the delightful Ceramic Monkey Vase, a unique creation by Moshe Sello, inspired by the lively monkeys of Ardmore farm. Hand-sculpted in South Africa, Moshe skillfully craf...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Wiseman Ceramics, Leopard Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Leopard Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the revered Big Five Col...
Category

2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Wiseman Ceramics, Buffalo Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Buffalo Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Wiseman Ndlovu. From the celebrated Big Five Collection emerges a captiva...
Category

2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Wiseman Ceramics, Elephant Big Five
By Wiseman Ndlovu
Located in North Miami, FL
Introducing the Wiseman Ceramics Elephant Bust, a stunning piece hand-sculpted by Thabo Mbhele and painted by Virginia. Part of the Big Five Collection, this ceramic masterpiece capt...
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2010s Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Dylan Lewis Bronze Charging Black Rhino Maquette
Located in Flower Mound, TX
Dylan Lewis Bronze Charging Black Rhino, Maquette S136 Charging Black Rhinoceros Maquette Numbered 4/15 DYLAN LEWIS (B. 1964) Bronze ‘Dylan Lewis, ...
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Late 20th Century South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Initiation Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Graceful Elegance: Grants Gazelle Horn Plaque Taxidermy Mount
Located in New York, NY
Plaque-Mounted Gazelle Horns, a captivating piece of taxidermy artistry showcasing the unparalleled beauty of Grants Gazelle horns. This meticulously crafted taxidermy mount is a tes...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Horn

Rhodochrosite from N'Chwaning Mine, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Located in New York, NY
From N'Chwaning Mine, Kalahari Manganese Field, Northern Cape Province, South Africa. Transparent deep-red scalenohedral rhodochrosite crystal with lustrous faces. The rhodochrosite ...
Category

2010s South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Other

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Wood

Beaded Ndebele Ceremonial Doll
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork...
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood, Fabric, Cotton

Modernist Female Figural Bronze Sculpture in Style of Sydney Kumalo
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful Mid-Century Modernist Abstract sculpture of a female figure in the style of/attributed to renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo...
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern South African Decorative Objects

Materials

Bronze

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