Rare African figure from the Tive Tribe of Nigeria. A kaolin painted face figure. Expertly carved. 19th Century. Measures 28.50 inches tall. Excellent condition.
Fine and rare Chokwe tribe wood carved medicine cabinet with remains of original snakeskin cover. Circa 19th century. Measures 27.50 inches in height. Carved from a single piece of wood. Excellent craftsmanship.
Carved Ivory Tusk Figural Pair of Male and Female attributed to Congo origins. Amazing detail and master workmanship. Some cracks as pictured and palm oil staining. Otherwise extraordinary pieces. Male measures 15.25 high and the female is 16.00 high.
Rare African Stone Carving of a Seated Hermaphrodite figure attributed to the Sapi Culture. Similar example can be viewed in Sotheby's Tribal Art Catalog dated 5/18/92. Measures 6.75 inches high. Amazing details. Smooth hole in top of head for offerings. Minimal residual burial patina.
Rare Katsina (Nigeria) Terracotta Figure (Between the Yola and Sokoto Regions) c. 1800 to 2200 years old. Incredible piece with nearly lifelike facial detail. Measures 15.75 inches high. Chips.
Rare Nok Civilization (Nigeria) Terra Cotta Head c. 500 BC. Absolutely incredible piece. Measures 8.50 x 5.50 roughly. A repair to the top of the carving as shown in pictures but otherwise excellent condition.
Extremely rare African Terracotta Figure c. 200 AD. Incredible detail. Credited to the Buura region in Niger. Measures 16.75 inches high. Some chips and a neck repair.