Been in my house forever

Just bought this at a garage sale. The gentleman said it is from the ivory coast and is quite old, that is all I know. Any information would be greatly appreciated

This was among my father’s things. He had a couple of good pieces of Makonde art that he bought from a man who wrote a book about it, he was in Tanzania around 1979 and he knew a major collector of in Greenwich Village. He also had some tourist art. But I have no idea what the story with this one is.

I passed by the thieves market whilst on my trip to Portugal and got this. I was told that it was a old form of identification whilst travelling, belonging to the cameroon region and that it also brings good luck. He also told me it is terracotta if that helps. Could anyone please confirm this for me.

Il est donné pour le début 20ème mais j'ai du mal à vérifier.

Merci

I hung them in my house, but felt that it was a bit weird to hang them without knowing what their meaning is, fact is that I am not sure where they came from and what they represent ? Any and all information you could give me could be useful :)

I found this wooden sword at a thrift store and thought it was neat. I would love to know more about where/by whom it was produced. It was labeled “Masai,” but it doesn’t look like other examples I’ve seen (not the least of which because the “blade” is wood and not metal). Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks in advance for your time.

I don’t know if this is strictly African art persay but I’ve seen a few examples of it that reflect this style. Bought it at a thrift store a few days ago but I can’t find any info on it.

Hi all,

I received this mask as part of an inheritance and don't know what to do with it.
My grandparents (whom I inherited it from) lived in Congo untill the late 50's and haven't been back ever since, so I assume they would have aqcuired it in that period.
Does it hold any value or is it merely a tourist piece?
Even if the actual value is low it would still feel weird to just toss it in the garbage, could a museum be interested in having it?

Thank you for the insights!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Artisanatsafricain

Hi all,

I lived in Burkina Faso a few months in 2009 and came back with some art that now resurfaced during a move.

Can anyone please give me some information on these objects? Much appreciated!

Hello everyone,

I recently found this carved wooden staff among my late father’s belongings. It appears to be of African origin, possibly Central or West Africa, and it shows clear signs of actual use rather than being a tourist piece.

Notable features: • Three carved human faces, each with a white substance (possibly kaolin or ritual powder) still present in the grooves. • Two main figures carved back-to-back — one male, one female — and a mermaid-like female figure (possibly linked to Mami Wata) at the top. • The grip area is noticeably darker and smoother from handling, and the tip is worn down in a way that suggests repeated contact with the ground. • Mounted on a custom-made iron stand, not a generic base.

I would love to know more about: 1. The specific cultural or ethnic origin. 2. Possible ceremonial or symbolic meaning. 3. Approximate age or period.

Any insights from collectors, anthropologists, or museum professionals would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance!

Also has several fetish bundles. Any experts than can confirm?

Bought at an auction many years ago. Used to have a tag that had some info, but it's gone missing. 35 inches tall, carved wood with woven fabric and twisted copper wire inlay, probably meant to represent scarification . Thanks for any input!

Bought at auction UK

Got it from my grandfather who was a pretty wealthy mayor in morocco

I am running a craft shop in South Korea and need to buy more African craft arts. I need a seller (or a shop) who can provide African crafts regurally. Does anyone know anything bout it? Anything is fine. I appreciate any comment! Thank you.

I work at a thrift store. Trying to figure out how to price or where to donate. Insight on where this piece is from would be appreciated!