This is a big and sculptural 18THC Akan gold measuring weight. In the form of a thick frame. Feels weighty and sizeable in the hand. Has well developed patina. Darkened with age. Made from brass using

 

Old African bone carving fetish effigy with copper wrapped top, this piece measures approx. 10" and makes a rattling sound when shaken. I am uncertain of exact tribe but it is African. Nicely carved o

 

Big Yams are decorated as human beings during harvest. This is to decorate the 'head' AGE: 1970's size: 23 cm// 9 inches wide Condition:EXCELLENT made of: woven bush fiber and ratan SHIPPING INSIDE EU

 

Type of ObjectCeremonial capCountry of OriginNigeriaPeopleYorubaMaterialsGlass beads, fabricApproximate Agemid 20th centuryDimensionsDiameter is 5 inches, height is 6.5 inches.Overall ConditionGood. M

 

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These two made in West Africa lions would make a truly great addition to any collection. They not the same in proportion exactly but go perfect as a set. Look to photos. Been in storage for many year

 

Mid 1900's Full Beaded (both sides beaded) Sioux Indian Coin Purse with Metal zipper and Hide strap attached to zipper. Size is 3 1/2" by 3". Lined with heavy cloth. Zipper works well. Typical geometr

 

SUPERB large 1950s BALI priest's figure, Vishnu, signed A Balinese woodcarving of the highest quality: acquired in Bali during the late 1950s by the German pre-owner this piece shows probably Vishnu w

 

This is a fetish from the Congo in the form of a person with bound hands. The eyes are glass and it has nails and bits of mirror embedded in it. There are also areas covered by some kind of cloth that

 

This is a beautifully refined 18THC Akan gold measuring weight, depicting a large bellows. Also decorated in the middle with a tiered altar. Rare to find. A large three dimensional casting. With fine