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African Visions: Sculpture, Textiles, Paintings and West African Hairdresser Signs

November 5, 2004 to January 30, 2005

Philadelphia, PA - Indigo Arts Gallery in Old City demonstrates the many different expressions of African creativity with the exhibition African Visions, opening on November 5th. Like the ambitious exhibit currently at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, African Art, African Voices, the show includes work of many media and styles. Indigo Arts draws on its own extensive collection of traditional African art, collected over the last 36 years, as well as the work of contemporary African artists. Founded in 1986, Indigo is Philadelphia’s oldest established gallery for African Art.
The exhibit includes a variety of masks, sculpture and furniture from west and central Africa, ceramics from Nigeria and Mali, basketry from the Zulu of South Africa. There are raffia-cloth ceremonial skirts from the Kuba of Zaire, strip-woven kente fabrics of the Ashanti and Ewe of Ghana and ashoke cloth from the Yoruba of Nigeria. The bogolanfini “mudcloth” by Mali’s greatest living master of the art, Nakunte Diarra. Also featured are more contemporary folk arts such as hairdressers’ and barber-shop signboards from Ghana, Mali, Cote d’Ivoire and other countries in West Africa, and baskets, toys and other objects made from recycled tin cans and telephone wire.

Indigo Arts also exhibits work by some of Nigeria’s leading contemporary artists of the last forty years, notably the flamboyant painter and musician, Twins Seven-Seven (b. 1945). Prince Twins Seven-Seven was one of the original artists of the famed Oshogbo School (named for the city of that name), which arose in the newly independent Nigeria of the early 1960’s. Seven-Seven rapidly achieved international fame, with major exhibitions in Europe, Japan and Australia as well as the United States, and his work is now in museum and private collections around the world. Twins Seven-Seven's autobiography, a Dreaming Life, edited by Ulli Beier, was published in 1999 by Bayreuth African Studies, Bayreuth, Germany.
We are fortunate that today he lives in the Philadelphia area. One of Twins Seven-Seven’s paintings is featured in the Philadelphia Musem of Art show, African Art, African Voices, and he was interviewed in a recent Channel 10 (Philadelphia) television special.
Father and son artists Yinka and Kola Adeyemi, Adeniji Adeyemi, Isaac Akindele, Prince Layi Orogun Ademoinore the late Rufus Ogundele and Asiru Olatunde also came out of the Oshogbo art movement.

Antique Nupe Door
SKU: NPD-1801

Door with relief carving of crocodile and other elements.  Nupe people, Nigeria, mid-20th century.  
Wood with organic & mineral pigments, metal nails and other hardware.
(58 1/4" h. x 15 1/2" w. x 1 1/2" d.)

10% off

$2800 $2520

Five-panelled Ndebele Jocolo beaded apron
SKU: NDBS-02

Worn by bride on wedding day.
Ndebele People - South Africa, mid-20th century.
Sheepskin, Glass beads on canvas backing (22 1/2" h. x 18 1/2" w. x 3/4" d.).

10% off

$2500 $2250

Ijo Ivri Personal Shrine Figure
SKU: afs-31

Nigeria, mid-20th century.
Wood with organic/mineral patina.
(27 1/2" h. x 10" w. x 6 3/4" d.)

$1,800

Wedding - George Thairu
SKU: GTH-1101

George Thairu (1967 - 2006) 
Nairobi, Kenya, c. 2000
Oil on canvas (29 1/2" h x 37"w)

$1800

Ifa Divination Tray - Yoruba
SKU: AFS-069

mid-20th century.
Wood with organic & mineral pigments.
(16 1/4" diam. x 1 1/4" d.)

$1,500

Yoruba Gelede Mask
SKU: AFM-75

Yoruba people, Nigeria
wood w/ oil paint, nails
(15" h. x 9" w. x 13" d.)

$1200 (w/ custom stand)

Dogon Man with Hoe
SKU: afs-072

mid-20th century
Wood with organic/mineral patina
(33 1/2" h. x 6 1/4" w. x 7" d.)

20% off

$1,500 $1,200

Ikenga Figure Igbo
SKU: afs-02

mid-20th century
wood with remnants of white and green pigment (25"h. x 6"w. x 7" d.)

$1,200 (w custom stand)

Dan Poro Mask with blue eyes
SKU: AFM-2202

Poro secret society, Liberia
Wood with glass tube eyes, steel nail in forehead (9" h. x 5 1/4” w. 3 1/2” d.)

Ex. collection of Jonathan Fisher
ex. Charles D. Miler III, 1976.

$1200

Seated Bamana Female Figure
SKU: afs-10

20th century
wood with mineral pigments, organic encrustation
(27" h. x 6 1/2" w. x 6 1/2" d.)

$950

Pair of Fon Gelede Masks from Benin
SKU: AFM-2003

Fon, Benin, late 20th century
Pair of masks - Wood with red, green, yellow, black, white oil paints, remnants of rubber inner tube chin straps.  Initials "S.P." painted on the back of both masks (8” h x 6 1/2” w. x 8 1/2” d., 7 1/4" h. x 8” w. x 7 1/2” d.).  
Ex. collection of Nancy Josephson.  Purchased by collector in Benin, c.2000.

$950/pair

Makonde Face and Body Mask
SKU: afm-102

wood w/ mineral pigments
(19" h. x 8 1/4" w. x 5" d.)

Ex. Collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen

$950

Fon Gelede Mask Surmounted by Snake in Jar
SKU: AFM-2002

Fon, Benin, late 20th century
Wood with red, green, yellow, black, white oil paints, nylon string (18"h. x 6 1/2"w. x 8" d.).  Snake in pot is operable by pulling string.  
Ex. collection of Nancy Josephson.  Purchased by collector in Benin, c.2000.

$850

Cameroon Grassfields Mask
SKU: AFM-2009

Grassfields region, Cameroon (probably Bamum people), mid-20th century.
Wood w/ organic patina (13" h. x 9" w. x 6 3/4" d.).

Ex. collection of Jonathan W. Fisher
Purchased in Cameroon, c. 1970. 

$850

Paris - Dakar Two-sided Hairdresser's Sign
SKU: bs-305

By Joel Adjame - Ivory Coast
Oil paint on plywood (22 1/2" x 48")
c. 1980's

$850

Fang Reliquary Head
SKU: AFS-23

mid 20th century
Wood with mineral pigments, nails, brass additions
(14 1/2" h. x 7 1/2" w. x 7" d.)
 

$1200

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Vintage Rasmané Barber Shop Sign
SKU: BS-464

By Nikéma Rasmané Dessinateur - Burkina Faso (b.1946 - ?)
Oil paint on sheet metal (25 13/4" x 19 3/4")
c. 1985

Ex collection of Craft Caravan - New York, Santa Fe.

$1200

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Ibeji Twin Figures with cowrie jacket
SKU: AFS-063

mid-20th century.
Figures wood with organic & mineral pigments. Jacket cotton fabric with cowrie shells.
(10 1/2" h. x 12 1/2" w. x 4" d. including the cowrie jacket)

Exhibited at Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville, New Jersey (July to December, 2016) for exhibit:  Sankofa.

$950/pair

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Ghanaian Otter Coffin
SKU: afs-067

School of Paa Joe.  Teshie, Ghana.  c.1990.
Wood, painted with metal hardware,
(27" h. x 27" w. x 69" d.)

Note:  This piece will require custom art handling/packing/shipping, or direct pick-up by buyer.  Please inquire for an estimate.

20% off

$950

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Bobo Butterfly Mask
SKU: AFM-111

Bobo people, Burkina Faso. 20th century.
Wood w/ mineral pigments.
(17 3/4" h. x 64” w. x 9 1/2” d.).

10% off

$900

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"Caryatid" - Bamum figurative wood stool.  
SKU: BMS-1902

"Caryatid" - figure wood stool with four supporting figures, two male and two female.  
Bamum or Bamileke people, Cameroon grassfields. Early to mid-20th century.  
(17 1/2" h. x 13 1/2" w. x 14" d.)

$875

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Three Guys - Vintage Hair Sign from Burkina Faso
SKU: BS-433

Oil paint on plywood (18 3/4" x 33 1/2")
c. 1985
Ex. Ford Wheeler Collection.

$850

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Bamana Crocodile Figure
SKU: AFS-071

Bamana people, Mali, mid-20th century.
Wood with organic & mineral pigments.
(5 1/4" h. x 6 1/4" w. x 31" l.)

$750

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COIFFURE REMEMBER - Hair Sign (Panel 2)
SKU: BS-387

By Americano, c.2000.  One panel of hinged two-panel sign.
Oil paint on plywood (47" x 24" x 1").

$750

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The Woman with Four Breasts
SKU: IF-2303

Oshogbo, Nigeria, c.2007
Hammered aluminum relief
(23 5/8” h. x 15 7/8” w.)

The Woman with Four Breasts is an old Yoruba story.  A depiction of this tale by Isola's uncle, Asiru Olatunde, is on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art (see photo in our Asiru Olatunde bio.).  It is described as follows:
A long time ago, there reigned a king whose wife gave birth to a female child with four breasts. The king was ashamed of his daughter and when she grew up, she chose to leave her father. In the bush (the uncultivated land outside town), she met a hunter, and they got married. Their marriage was based on two promises: he would not abuse her because of her four breasts and she would not cook certain foods that were forbidden to him. The couple's eventual breaking of these two vows led to a fight and the departure of the woman. The woman returned to her father, the king, but she still felt unaccepted and returned to the bush where she became a river. The king searched for his daughter and found the river and returned to his palace and rejoiced. (Smithsonian National Museum of African Art)

$750

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Millenium Tresse & Tissage Hair-braider's Sign
SKU: bs-117

by Lawa, Togo, c.1990s
Oil paint on plywood (43" x 24" x 4").  

Sign is now sold but you can still buy the postcard!

$750

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Kuba Dance Skirt
SKU: KS-104

Raffia dance skirt (20th cent.)
Hand-woven raffia cloth with hand-sewn raffia cloth applique.  Natural dyes.  Seven panels.
(182" l. x 27" w.). 
Ex. collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen.

675

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LIVING STONE BARBERING CENTRE - Barber Sign
SKU: BS-395

Ultimate Arts, Asuoyeboa - Ghana, c.2000
Oil paint on plywood with wood frame (48" x 24 1/2" x 2")

$650

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Four Strong Women - Hair Sign from Burkina Faso
SKU: BS-432

By Nikéma Rasmané Dessinateur - Burkina Faso (b.1946 - ?)
Oil paint on plywood (12 1/2" x 35 1/2")
c. 1985
Ex. Ford Wheeler Collection.

$650

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Adam and Eve
SKU: IF-2304

Oshogbo, Nigeria, c.2007
Hammered aluminum relief
(23 3/8” h. x 16 1/8” w.)

$650

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Yoruba Standing Figure
SKU: AFS-86

Yoruba, Nigeria.  Late-20th century.
Wood with organic/mineral patina, fabric, cracked mirror glass, cowrie shells, bone, misc. materials.
(31 1/2" h. x 8" w. x 9" d.)
Likely a trade piece.  

$600

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Ewe Kente Cloth "woman's wrap"
SKU: EKC-11

Mid-20th cent.
14-strip cotton kente cloth, dyed with natural indigo and chemical dyes.
(72" l. x 44" w.)

$600

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Kuba Dancing Skirt
SKU: KS-101

Old raffia dance skirt (early to mid-20th cent.)
Hand-woven raffia cloth with open work, cowrie shells and raffia balls on the border.  Natural dyes. Six panels.
(139"l. x 30"w.). 
Ex. collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen.

$575

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"Lisa" - Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-53

By Noloyisi Maphakati - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(21" h. x 11 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" d.)

$565

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Kuba Dance Skirt
SKU: KS-103

Old raffia dance skirt (early to mid-20th cent.)
Hand-woven raffia cloth with hand embroidery, open work and cowrie shells.  Natural dyes. Six panels.
(110"l. x 31"w.). 
Ex. collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen.

$550

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Kuba Dance Skirt
SKU: KS-107

Raffia dance skirt (20th cent.)
Hand-woven raffia cloth with hand-sewn raffia cloth applique.  Natural dyes.
(156" l. x 24" w.). 
Ex. collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen.

$550

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"I Love You" Barber Sign
SKU: BS-456

Ghana, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (13" x 48" x 1/4").  Current owner purchased from Totem Meneghelli Gallery, South Africa in 1990's.

$550

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"Chez Moustaphe" Hairdresser Sign
SKU: BS-458

Ivory Coast, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (20.5" x 33" x 1/4").  Current owner purchased from Totem Meneghelli Gallery, South Africa in 1990's.

$550

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Refuge
SKU: NDB-9101

Ndabagera - Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
1991
Oil on canvas (17 1/2" h x 35 1/2"w)

 

$550

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Kuba Dance Skirt
SKU: KS-105

Raffia dance skirt (20th cent.)
Hand-woven raffia cloth with hand-embroidered center panel and checkerboard pattern border.   Natural dyes.
(100" l. x 20" w.). 
Ex. collection of Mary Sue and Paul Peter Rosen.

$525

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The Animal Kingdom #6
SKU: TF-1801

Oshogbo, Nigeria.  c.2018
Hammered aluminum relief
(16" h. x 20" w).

$500

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"Welcome to Mr. Sam" - Barber Sign
SKU: BS-457

Ghana, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (17" x 33" x 1/4").  Current owner purchased from Totem Meneghelli Gallery, South Africa in 1990's.

$500

Product Status: 
Returned to Consignor
'God's Time" - Barbershop Sign
SKU: BS-443

Unity Art - Kumasi, Ghana, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (15 1/2" x 40" x 1/4")

$495

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Mother's Love
SKU: AOY-1501

Oshogbo, Nigeria,  2014
Ink batik on rice paper.
25 1/4" x 17 1/2"

 

$475

Product Status: 
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Oshun Festival
SKU: ISF-1805

Ishola Folorunso.  Oshogbo, Nigeria c.2012
Hammered aluminum relief
(23 1/4" h x 16 1/8"w)

$475

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The Seated Birds
SKU: AOY-1502

Oshogbo, Nigeria, 2012
Ink batik on rice paper.
23" x 17 1/4"

$475

Product Status: 
Returned to Artist
The Kingdom of Birds
SKU: TF-1804

c.2015
Hammered aluminum relief
(20" h x 16"w)
Exact details may vary.

$475

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Fishes
SKU: AOY-1504

Oshogbo, Nigeria,  2014
Ink batik on rice paper.
17 3/4" x 25"

$475

Product Status: 
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Lovers
SKU: AOY-1505

Oshogbo, Nigeria,  2014
Ink batik on rice paper.
18" x 25"

$475

Product Status: 
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Beyond the City
SKU: AOY-1506

Oshogbo, Nigeria,  2013
Ink batik on rice paper.
17 1/2" x 25"

$475

Product Status: 
Returned to Artist
Faces II
SKU: AOY-1507

Oshogbo, Nigeria,  2014
Ink batik on rice paper.
18" x 25"

$475

Product Status: 
Returned to Artist
"Do Good!!" Barbershop Sign
SKU: BS-442

Ghana, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (18" x 30" x 1/2").
Note:  Plywood of signs may have some warping.

This sign was loaned to the SFO Museum, at the San Francisco International Airport, for an exhibit, African Barbershop and Hairdressing Signs, on display from March through October, 2020.

$475

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Fine Old Ibeji Figure - Yoruba
SKU: afs-062

20th century
Wood
(13" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 3 1/4" d.)

$450

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Peacock - Vintage Fon Applique
SKU: FB-2301

Unknown Fon textile artist.  Dahomey (now Benin), c.1970. (53"h. x 34"w.).
Appliqué depicting peacock, buffalo, lion, fish, human head and other traditional symbols of Fon royal history and myth.
Provenance:  current owner purchased in Benin (known as Dahomey until 1975) in 1973.

In the ancient West African kingdom of Dahomey, appliqué cloths were made on commission by members of family guilds for individuals of high rank and power. The appliqué designs depicting birds, fish, wild animals (lion, bush cow), human beings, plants (trees, pineapple), sailing ships, king's insignia and the like recalled particular events during the reign of the kings of Dahomey and were linked with well-known proverbs to convey stories of power, conquest and status. Many of the designs seem linked with bas-relief patterns on palace walls. Certain designs referred to the praise names of local rulers and the arrangements of figures suggested, at times, progression in the actions of daily life, a familiar story or a specific incident.

Traditionally, men were the producers of appliqué, working with European trade cloth to create state umbrellas, rulers' hats, association banners and hammocks, pillow tops and wall hangings to decorate the houses of chiefs and others of high status. More recently, wall hangings, in particular, have become popular tourist items, fueling the production of new appliqué cloths to meet market demand.

(Notes above from the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art)

$450

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Twins Seven-Seven
SKU: T77-1006

Digital pigment print of 1990 original painting.
(Epson 9800 Ultrachrome K3 Pigment Print on "English 14" Cold Press Art Paper)
(Image size 14 3/4" h. x 15 1/4"w., Sheet size 19" x 19")
Edition of 50, five copies signed and numbered by the artist, 2010

$450

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Coptic Christian Processional Cross
SKU: CPCS-1801

Coptic Christian Processional Cross, Ethiopia.  20th century.  Collected c.1995.
White brass, mixed metal.
(23 1/4" h. x 17 1/2” w. 3”d.)

$450

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The Kingdom of Birds
SKU: TF-1404

c.2014
Hammered aluminum relief
(20" h x 16"w)
Exact details may vary.

 

$425

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Adam and Eve
SKU: TF-1507

Toyin Folorunso, Oshogbo, Nigeria
2015
Hammered aluminum relief
(20 1/8" h x 16"w)
Exact details may vary.

$425

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The Animal Kingdom #5
SKU: TF-1506

2015
Hammered aluminum relief
(15 1/2" h x 20" w)

$425

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Didier Amevi Ahadsi (b. Vogan, Togo, 1970)
SKU: Ahadsi-1

c. 2013
Welded steel sculpture, painted.
(14" h. x 5 1/4" w. x 9" d.).

$425

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Oshun Festival
SKU: TF-1402

2014
Hammered aluminum relief
(20 1/4" h x 15 1/2"w)

$425

Product Status: 
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The Animal Kingdom 4
SKU: TF-1403

2014
Hammered aluminum relief
(20" h x 15 1/4"w)

$425

Product Status: 
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ISRAEL Hairdresser Sign
SKU: BS-369b

Kumasi, Ghana, c.2005
Oil paint on plywood with wood frame (36" x 24")

$395

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Green Springbok
SKU: QGK-1501

Qgam Khaxa (b. 1965, signs QGQM) - Khoisan people, Ghanzi, Botswana
Reduction linocut, #11/16, 2002
(11 1/4" h. x 17"w. image size on 19 3/4" x 22 1/2" sheet)

Born in the Ghanzi district, Qgam joined the Kuru Art Project in 1997. Through his art, he portrays a deep knowledge of the animals, the veld and the traditions of his people. He is a good traditional dancer and often takes part in dance ceremonies in the village. Along with the other Kuru artists, his work has been exhibited worldwide. He attended the Thapong International Artists workshop in Botswana in 1999 and found it a very enriching experience. He enjoyed working with different artists but seems not to have been influenced by their styles, which differs widely from his own.  (Bio courtesy of Kuru Art Project).

$395

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - geometric style
SKU: zwb-595

Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(11 1/2"d x 5 1/4" h)

$375

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - geometric style
SKU: zwb-620

Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(10 1/2"d x 5 1/2" h)

$375

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SKU: zwb-628

Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(14 3/4" d x 2 1/2" h)

$375

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Hairdresser's Signboard
SKU: BS-429

by Lebené, Togo, c.2004
Oil paint on plywood (22 1/4 " x 13 1/4").

$375

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Hairdresser's Signboard
SKU: BS-430

by Lebené, Togo, 2004
Oil paint on plywood (24 " x 12 3/4")

$375

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Vintage African Masquerade scene by Mayakiri
SKU: MYKI-2301

Tijani Mayakiri (Nigeria, 1937 - 1992 ) c.1972.
Batik on cotton fabric (66" x 33")
From private collection, purchased in Nigeria c.1972.

$375

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Barber Sign from Cameroun
SKU: BS-ED-765

Artist unknown, Cameroun, c.1990
Oil paint on plywood (10 1/2" x 37", 26.5 cm x 93.5 cm)
Ex. Esger Duintger collection.

$350

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - pictorial style
SKU: zwb-612

by Mandisa Mbokoma - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(14 1/2"d x 1 3/4" h)

$325

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Hercule Hairdresser's Sign
SKU: BS-301

Oil paint on plywood (13 1/2" x 67.5")
c. 1990

$325

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - pictorial style
SKU: zwb-599

by Zodwa Mzwara - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(14 1/4"d x 1 1/2" h)

$310

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - pictorial style
SKU: zwb-609

by Zodwa Sibiya - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(13 1/4"d x 1 3/4" h)

$310

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - pictorial style
SKU: zwb-611

by Philiswe Ndlovu - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(13 1/2"d x 1 3/4" h)

$310

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - pictorial style
SKU: zwb-562

by Zodwa Mjwara - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(11 1/2"d x 1 1/4" h)

$295

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Sis. Alareba Special Food - Signboard
SKU: SN-207

Restaurant sign-board.  
By Edmund Art, Ghana, c.2000
Oil paint on plywood (24" x 48").
Note:  Plywood is thin and somewhat warped, but can be straightened in mounting.
 

$295

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Kanuri Food Bowl
SKU: KNRI-01

The rumor is that these bowls dance around at night!  Wood vessel with four feet, and surface carving.
Kanuri people, Nigeria.   Mid- 20th century.
(15 1/2" h. x 9" w. w 9 1/2" d.).

$280

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Hair-braider's Sign
SKU: bs-148

by Lebené, Togo, c.1990's
Oil paint on plywood (23 1/2 x 20)

$275

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Hair-braider's Sign
SKU: bs-199

Lebené (signed L.B.N.), c.2000
Oil paint on plywood (16 " x 24").

 

$275

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RAHEAL RASTA HAIR DO - Hair Sign
SKU: BS-392

Amass Kenti Art - Ghana, c.2000
Oil paint on plywood with wood frame (48" x 22" x 2")

25% off

$275

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USIF Haircut Sandwich-board style Barber Sign
SKU: bs-360

Kumasi, Ghana, c.2008
Oil on plywood with wood frame - one panel (29" x 18")

$275

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - geometric style
SKU: zwb-627

by Sylvia Nyawose - South Africa
Recycled telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(12 3/4"d x 1 1/2" h)

$250

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 Telephone Wire-covered "Knobkerrie" Staff
SKU: ZWS-07

Unknown artist - Zulu people, South Africa
Recycled telephone wire on wood staff
(26 1/2" h. x 1 3/4" w.) c.2000
PRICE INCLUDES CUSTOM METAL STAND

$240

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Protect your feet - Workplace Safety Poster #18
SKU: NPoster-18

Unsigned artist with Federal Ministry of Information. Issued by the Federal Ministry of Labor, Lagos, Nigeria)
c.1960
Silkscreen print on paper
(30" h x 20"w, 76cm x 51cm)
Provenance: collection of George Stathes (1925-1996), purchased in Nigeria 1960's.
Condition : Good, w/ some wear/soiling on edges, especially upper left corner,as shown.

$225

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-36

By Nokonga Titi - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(13 1/2" h. x 4" w. x 17 1/2" l.)

$225

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Beaded Horse/Zebra
SKU: CPD-72

By Lungibwa - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(16 1/2" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 17" l.)

$225

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Telephone Wire-covered "Knobkerrie" Staff
SKU: ZWS-05

Unknown artist - Zulu people, South Africa
Recycled telephone wire on wood staff
(20 1/2" h. x 1 3/4" w.) c.2000
PRICE INCLUDES CUSTOM METAL STAND

 

$225

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Telephone Wire-covered "Knobkerrie" Staff
SKU: ZWS-02

Unknown artist - Zulu people, South Africa
Recycled telephone wire on wood staff
(20" h. x 1 3/4" w.) c.2000
PRICE INCLUDES CUSTOM METAL STAND

$220

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Telephone Wire-covered "Knobkerrie" Staff
SKU: ZWS-03

Unknown artist - Zulu people, South Africa
Recycled telephone wire on wood staff
(21" h. x 1 3/4" w.) c.2000
PRICE INCLUDES CUSTOM METAL STAND

$220

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Telephone Wire-covered "Knobkerrie" Staff
SKU: ZWS-04

Unknown artist - Zulu people, South Africa
Recycled telephone wire on wood staff
(19 1/2" h. x 1 3/4" w.) c.2000
PRICE INCLUDES CUSTOM METAL STAND

$220

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Toyin Folorunso, Oshogbo, Nigeria
SKU: TF-0905

2009
Hammered aluminum relief
(10 1/4" h x 16"w)

$210

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Mamy Wata 2
SKU: TF-0909

2009, 2019
Hammered aluminum relief
(15 1/2" h x 10"w).
Exact details may vary.

$210

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Beaded Porcupine from Capetown
SKU: CPD-71

By Nandipha Fule - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(9" h. x 10" w. x 16 1/2" d.)

10% off

$195

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Beaded Horse
SKU: CPD-37

By Nande - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(13 1/2" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 12 1/2" l.)

$195

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Shoowa Velvet Kuba-cloth Cushion
SKU: kcp-40

Cut-pile and embroidery on flat-weave raffia-cloth, back and front.
(17" x 19" x 3")

25% off

$195

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Imbenge Telephone Wire Basket (shallow flared shape)
SKU: ZWB-632

Recycled telephone wire (14 3/4" w x 3 1/2" h).
Green multicolor.  Exact design may vary.

$185

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Imbenge Zulu "Hardwire"Wire Basket - geometric style
SKU: ZWB-637

Nompumelelo Mkhize - South Africa.
Recycled copper telephone wire w/ steel wire core
(11 1/2"d x 1 1/4" h) 

 

$185

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Didier Amevi Ahadsi (b. Vogan, Togo, 1970)
SKU: Ahadsi-2

c. 2013
Welded steel sculpture, painted.
(7 1/4" h. x 3 1/4" w. x 7" d.).

$180

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Lobi Stool
SKU: LBI-1901

One-piece carved wood stool.  
Lobi people - Burkina Faso.  Mid-20th century.  
(7" h. x 15" w. x 11" d.)

$175

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Beaded Mermaid Doll
SKU: CPD-15

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(8" h. x 18" l.)
 

$165

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-14

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(19" h.)

$165

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Elephant in the Forest
SKU: FB-2002

Benin, c.2000
Fabric applique (27” h. x 32” w.)

Ex collection of Nancy Josephson.

$150

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-87

By Nadipa Mzinjaa - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(10 1/2" h. x 3" w. x 9 1/2" l.)

$148

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Shoowa Velvet Kuba-cloth Cushion
SKU: kcp-39

Cut-pile and embroidery on flat-weave raffia-cloth, back and front.
(17" x 18" x 3")

25% off

$195 $146.25

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Dreaming of Kudu Browsing - linocut print
SKU: CGM-1801

Cgoma Simon (1958 - ) - Khoisan people, Ghanzi, Botswana
Reduction linocut, #4/10, 2014
(image size 7 3/4" h. x 9 1/2" w. on 13" x 15" sheet)

Cgoma was born on a farm in the Ghanzi district and lived most of her life in D’Kar, where her parents moved when she was still a small girl. She loves to be creative and used to make ostrich eggshell bead work and even tried her hand at fabric painting and embroidery before becoming an artist. (Bio. courtesy of Kuru Art)

$135

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-21

By Elsie - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(18" h. x 9" w.)

 

$128

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Beaded Horse
SKU: CPD-42

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(11" h. x 3" w. x 9" l.)

$125

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The Kingdom of Animals
SKU: TF-1504

2015
Hammered aluminum relief
(7 3/4" h x 10"w)

$125

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Happy Home
SKU: TF-1503

2015
Hammered aluminum relief
(7 3/4" h x 10 1/4"w)

$125

Product Status: 
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Bogolanfini - Kola-cloth tafé (wrapper)
SKU: BMC-10

Strip-woven cotton w/ Kolanut, other dyes
(approx 65" l. x 41" w.)

$125

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Large Flip-flop Elephant
SKU: FLP-lg-5

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 13 1/2" h. x 8" w. x 18" l.)
Assorted -  colors and exact dimensions will vary.

$120

Product Status: 
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Peace and Love - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-467

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$120

Product Status: 
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I'm Beautiful - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-468

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$120

Product Status: 
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Ladies Choice - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-469

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$120

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Beaded Horse
SKU: CPD-40

By Unathi Mvinjana - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(9" h. x 2 1/2" w. x 9 1/2" l.)

$115

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Ladie's Choice - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-454

 

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$110

Product Status: 
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Gringo - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-455

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$110

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Hair Sign
SKU: bs-232

by Kofi Art, Togo, c. 2004
Oil paint on plywood (16 " x 12")

20% off

$110

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Large Flip-flop Lion
SKU: SKU: FLP-lg-2

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 10" h. x 5" w. x 15" l.)
Assorted -  colors and exact dimensions will vary.

$110

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Temporarily out of stock
Beaded Horse/Zebra
SKU: CPD-73

By Ziyanda Mramba - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(9" h. x 2" w. x 8 1/2" l.)

$110

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Beaded Horse
SKU: CPD-39

By Nololamo Mjanboa - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(6 1/2" h. x 2" w. x 9 1/2" l.)

$110

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Hair Sign
SKU: bs-413

by Kofi Art, Togo, c. 2000
Oil paint on plywood (16 3/4" x 12")

20% off

$110

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-88

By Nomthandazo Nyhontso - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(9 1/2" h. x 3" w. x 8" l.)

$110

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Hair Sign
SKU: bs-414

by Kofi Art, Togo, c. 2000
Oil paint on plywood (16 " x 12")

$110

Product Status: 
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Best Women - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-447

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (8" x 11")

$110

Product Status: 
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The One and Only - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-451

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (8" x 11")

$110

Product Status: 
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Hair Sign
SKU: BS-415

by Kofi Art, Togo, c. 2000
Oil paint on plywood (16 " x 12 1/4")

10% off

$110

Product Status: 
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Esthetique - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-452

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8").

$110

Product Status: 
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Best Barber - Mini Signboard
SKU: bS-450

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (8" x 11")

$110

Product Status: 
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Imbenge Telephone Wire Basket (shallow flared shape)
SKU: ZWB-633

Recycled telephone wire (11 3/4" w x 3" h)

$110

Product Status: 
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God is My Barber - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-448

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (8" x 11")

$110

Product Status: 
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Cool-Cool - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-449

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2019
Oil paint on plywood (8" x 11")

$110

Product Status: 
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Manequin de Tailleur - Dress Hanger
SKU: BS-ED-438

Baba Farouk - Bouaké, Cote d'Ivoire, c.1988
Oil paint on plywood (16"x 20", 41.5 cm x 50 cm)
Ex. Esger Duintger collection.

 

 

$110

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Recycled Steel Elephant Mask from Zimbabwe
SKU: ZMSK-06

Recycled steel from automobiles.  (10 1/2" x 16" x 10").  
Exact colors will vary depending on the original car!

$110

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Temporarily out of stock
Recycled Steel Cape Buffalo Mask
SKU: ZMSK-04

Recycled steel from automobiles.  (16.5" x 10" x 3.5").
Exact colors will vary depending on the original car!

$95

Product Status: 
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Esthetique - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-441

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8")

$95

Product Status: 
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Il Beauté - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-440

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8")

$95

Product Status: 
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Shoowa "Velvet" Raffia Panel
SKU: kc-107

mid-20th cent.
Raffia cloth panel flat-weave and cut-pile embroidery, natural dyes
(19 1/2" x 21")

$95

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Burkina Coiffure - Mini Signboard
SKU: BS-439

Babs - Burkina Faso, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (11" x 8")

$95

Product Status: 
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"Esthetique Coiffure" Mini Hairdresser's Sign
SKU: BS-462

Desir Art -Benin, c.2015
Oil paint on plywood (10 1/4" x 6 3/8")

$88

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The Hippo and the Boater Pushtoy
SKU: AFR-Folk9

Zimbabwe, c.1995
wood and steel wire painted with oil paint
(9" h. x 7 1/2" w. x 13 1/2" d. plus wire handle)
Colors and exact design vary.

$88

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"Merveilleuse tresse Beninoise" Hair Sign
SKU: BS-417

c. 2010
Oil paint on plywood (7 " x 9 3/4")

$88

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"Coupes Africaines" - Mini Hair Sign
SKU: BS-463

Desir Art -Benin, c.2015
Oil paint on plywood (10 1/4" x 6 3/8")

$88

Product Status: 
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La Fidelité Coiffure - Hair Sign
SKU: bs338

Desir Art -Benin, c.2010
Oil paint on plywood (9 34" x 5 3/4")

$88

Product Status: 
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Bogolanfini Mud-cloth Pillow
SKU: MCP-04

Bogolanfini Mud-cloth Pillow
By Habibou Coulibaly, Burkina Faso.
Strip-woven cotton w/ Kolanut, other dyes
(approx 18" l. x 18" w.)

$88

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SKU: RWB-01b

By various artists, of Agaseke k'Amahoro "Peace basket" Cooperative in Huye District, Rwanda.
Natural dyed sisal woven over split bamboo (6"diam. x 10 1/4" h.)

$88

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Beaded Buck
SKU: CPD-43

By Thozama Mvitiyo - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(7" h. x 2 1/4" w. x 7" l.)

$85

Product Status: 
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 Sunrise Basket
SKU: RW-025

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(12 1/4" diam. x 3 3/4" h.)

$78

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
SKU: BS-427

by PAPS, Ivory Coast
Oil paint on plywood (5" x 9 1/4")
c. 2010

$78

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Green "Gorilla: Basket
SKU: RWB-026

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(11 1/2" diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$78

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
Ici Bonne Tresse Hairdresser's Mini Sign
SKU: BS-428

by PAPS, Ivory Coast
Oil paint on plywood (6 7/8" x 6 1/2")
c. 2010

$78

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Man with an Ox-cart Pushtoy
SKU: AFR-Folk10

Zimbabwe, c.1995
wood and steel wire painted with oil paint
(9" h. x 7 3/4" w. x 14" d. plus wire handle)
Colors and exact design vary.

$78

Product Status: 
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Large Coral Hope Basket
SKU: RWB-022

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(13"diam. x 4" h.)

$78

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
Hope Basket
SKU: RWB-023

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(12 1/4" diam. x 3 3/4" h.)

$78

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-56

By Doris Hlekani - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(18" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 2" d.)

$78

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Hope Basket
SKU: RWB-024

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(12" diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$78

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
Woman and Elephant - Beaded Bag
SKU: CPBD-01

By Boyceli - Capetown, South Africa, c.2005.
Glass beads, cotton thread.  Similar design on back.
(7 1/2" h. x 4 1/2" w. with 46" braided bead strap.)

$75

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Yellow Man on Red - Beaded Bag
SKU: CPBD-02

Capetown, South Africa, c.2005.
Glass beads, cotton thread.  Similar design on back.
(7" h. x 5 1/4" w. with 42" beaded strap.)

$75

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Ncari (Lark) linocut print
SKU: KSH-1801

Reduction linocut, #3/5, 2010
(Image size 4 5/8" h. x 4 7/8" w. on 6" x 6" sheet)

Thamae Kaashe (1979 -)
Thamae’s artistic career started when he joined the Kuru Art Project as an artist in 1990. Since then his work developed through different stages, from fantastic swirling compositions in his early years to colourful work with a lot of small detail, to art representing social and environmental issues such as the linocuts which won him the first prizes in Botswana’s National President’s competitions for 2013 and 2014. He often paints extremely large canvasses but he also enjoys making lino prints, etchings and lithographs. The process of mono printing suits his specific style very well. Together with the Kuru art project Thama’s work had been exhibited worldwide. (Bio courtesy of Kuru Art Project)

$75

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-33

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(13 1/2" h. x 3" w.)

 

$72

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-32

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(12 1/2" h. x 3" w.)

$72

Product Status: 
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Bogolanfini Rouge - Kola-cloth scarf by Habibou Coulibaly
SKU: BMS-1f

By Habibou Coulibaly
Strip-woven cotton w/ Kolanut, other dyes
(approx 95" l. x 10 1/2" w., including fringe)

$70

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Bogolanfini Noire - Mud-cloth scarf by Habibou Coulibaly
SKU: BMS-1g

By Habibou Coulibaly
Strip-woven cotton w/ natural dyes
(approx. 96" l. x 11" w., including fringe)

$70

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Bogolanfini - Mud-cloth Scarf by Habibou Coulibaly
SKU: BMS-1j

By Habibou Coulibaly
Strip-woven cotton w/ natural dyes
(approx. 96" l. x 10 1/2" w., including fringe)

$70

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Large Black "Unity" basket
SKU: RWB-026-L

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(11 3/4" diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$68

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
Zulu Doll
SKU: ZD-05

Zulu People, South Africa
Glass beads, yarn, cotton fabric.
(5" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 2 1/2" d.)

$68

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-25

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(12 1/2" h. x 3" w.)

 

$68

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The Swimmer and the Crocodile Pushtoy
SKU: AFR-Folk11

Zimbabwe, c.1995
wood and steel wire painted with oil paint
(7" h. x 7" w. x 18 1/2" d. plus wire handle)
Colors and exact design vary.

$68

Product Status: 
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Extra Large Racing Bike
SKU: RCV-85

Recycled tin cans, wire, rubber, plastic & wood.
(Approx. 14 1/2" l. x 4 1/2" w. x 10 1/2" h.)

$68

Product Status: 
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Asante Kente-cloth pillow
SKU: KPLW-09

Vintage hand-woven strip-weave kente fabric from Ghana with cotton back and piping
(15" x 15")

$65

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Asante Kente-cloth pillow
SKU: KPLW-10

Vintage hand-woven strip-weave kente fabric from Ghana with cotton back and piping
(15" x 12")

$65

Product Status: 
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Asante Kente-cloth pillow
SKU: kplw-3

Hand-woven strip-weave kente fabric from Ghana with cotton back and piping
(14"w. x 17")

10% off

$65

Product Status: 
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The Lion and the Bureaucrat Push-toy
SKU: AFR-Folk5

Zimbabwe, c.1995
wood and steel wire painted with oil paint
(10" h. x 6 1/2" w. x 11" d. plus wire handle)
Colors and exact design vary.

$58

Product Status: 
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Kabarole basket from Uganda
SKU: UGB-02

Rubona, Kabarole district, Uganda.  
Natural dyed raffia palm and sweet grass fiber.
(10 1/2" diam. x 3" h.)

$58

Product Status: 
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beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-23

By Victoria - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(12 1/2" h. x 3" w.)

 

$58

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Grey, Red and Natural Flower Petal Basket
SKU: RWB-48

by various artists, Rwanda
Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(13" diam. x 4" h.)

$58

Product Status: 
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Stalking Leopard wood sculpture
SKU: ZBS-2001

Karoi, Zimbabwe.
Carved munyunya wood.  (15" x 3.5" x 3.5").

$58

Product Status: 
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Bottle-cap Tote-Bag
SKU: RC-75

Zimbabwe
Recycled bottle-caps and wire (12" l. x 6" d. x 6 1/2" h. plus handle)
Assorted colors & designs.

 

$58

Product Status: 
Temporarily out of stock
 Imbenge Zulu Telephone Wire Basket (bowl shape)
SKU: ZWB-634

Recycled telephone wire (7 3/4"w. x 3 1/4" h.)

$58

Product Status: 
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The Rhino and the Poacher Push-toy
SKU: AFR-Folk4

Zimbabwe, c.1995
Wood and steel wire painted with oil paint
(10" h. x 6 1/2" w. x 11" d. plus wire handle)
Colors and exact design vary

$58

Product Status: 
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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-57

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(13" h. x 2 1/2" w. x 1 1/2" d.)

$58

Product Status: 
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Cordonnier Diplomé Grand Docteur des Chaussures
SKU: SN-253

A. Folly, Togo, 2016.
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 5 1/4").

$56

Product Status: 
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"Taxi Moto du Togo" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-211

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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Sun-ray Basket
SKU: RWB-042

by various artists, of Abibumbye Association, Muhanga District, Rwanda
Natural dyed tea and black sisal fiber.
(12"diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$54

Product Status: 
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Taxi Moto du Togo - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-230

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (5" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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Flower petal basket
SKU: RWB-043

by various artists, of Abibumbye Association, Muhanga District, Rwanda
Natural dyed tea and black sisal fiber.
(12"diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$54

Product Status: 
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Indigo Flower Basket
SKU: RWB-044

by various artists, Rwanda
Natural and dyed blue sisal fiber.
(12"diam. x 3 3/4" h.)

$54

Product Status: 
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"Transport Commun" Signboard
SKU: sn202

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (4 3/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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"Planning Familial" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-212

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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Boutique Ambulante - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-231

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

Product Status: 
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Sage Femme Diplomée D'Etat
SKU: SN-234

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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Medium Olive and Turquoise Star Basket
SKU: RWB-045

by various artists, Rwanda
Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(11 1/2" diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$54

Product Status: 
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"Grand Guerisseur Mondial" Signboard
SKU: sn203

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (4 3/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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"Taxi Moto du Togo" (#2) Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-215

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

Product Status: 
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Grand Avocat Diplomé Maitre Lamonnaie - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-232

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Grand Guérisseur International
SKU: SN-235

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Medium Terra Cotta, Indigo and Black Star Basket
SKU: RWB-046

by various artists, Rwanda
Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(11 1/2" diam. x 3" h.)

$54

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"Dieu A Dit" Signboard
SKU: sn204

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

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"Ice Docteur Geraliste" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-213

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Medium "Hope" Basket
SKU: RWB-028

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(10" diam. x 2 1/2" h.)

$54

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Vendeur de Fan Milk - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-233

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Grand Avocat Diplomé a la Cour.  Grand Défenseur de la Veuve - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-236

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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"Vendeur de Fan Milk" Signboard
SKU: SN-205

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Cabine Téléphonique - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-214

by Adanlette Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 3/8" x 5 1/4")

$54

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Medium Tomato "Dancer" Basket
SKU: RWB-029

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(10" diam. x 2 1/2" h.)

$54

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Grand Cordonnier.  Docteur des Chausseurs  - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-237

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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"Ici Docteur Generaliste" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-216

by Adanlette Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Medium Cobalt/Green "Hope" Basket
SKU: RWB-030

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(10" diam. x 3 1/2" h.)

$54

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Boutique Ambulante.  Vos Articles Vous Visitent - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-238

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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"Infirmier Diplomé D'Etat.  Picure Rassurante" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-217

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 5 1/8")

$54

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Cabine Telephonique. Communication Tranquille - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-239

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Cabine Telephonique. Communication Tranquille - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-240

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/4" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Africain, Il N'ya Pas de Chemins, Mais Il Faut Marcher - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-243

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Boulanger Ambulant - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-225

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5 1/8" x 6 3/8")

$54

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Transport Familial - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-244

by A. Folly, Togo, 2017
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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Sage Femme Diplomee D'Etat - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-226

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (5" x 6 1/4")

$54

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"Vendeur de Fan Milk" (#3) Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-218

by A. Folly, Togo, 2015
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Cabine Téléphonique  - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-227

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 5 1/8")

$54

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"Pharmacie de Rue" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-208

by Adanlette Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 3/8" x 5 1/4")

$54

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"Station d'Essence" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-219

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

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La Monnaie - Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-228

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (6 1/4" x 4 7/8")

$54

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"Vendeur de Fan Milk" Mini Signboard
SKU: SN-210

by A. Folly, Togo, 2016
Oil paint on plywood (4 7/8" x 6 1/4")

$54

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Medium Flip-flop Elephant
SKU: FLP-med-5

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 6" h. x 4" w. x 9" l.)
Assorted -  colors and exact dimensions will vary.

$49

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-58

By Monic Jayiya - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(13" h. x 2 1/2" w. x 1 1/2" d.)

$48

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Medium Black "Unity" basket
SKU: RWB-027-M

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(9 3/4" diam. x 2 1/2" h.)

$48

Product Status: 
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Painted Elephant (large size)
SKU: ZIM-01-Lg

Recycled soda-can and wire animal, hand-painted
(approx. 6 1/2" h. x 5" w. x 9" l.)

$48

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Imbenge Zulu Telephone Wire Basket (bowl shape)
SKU: ZWB-638

By Nompumelelo Mkhize - South Africa.
Recycled telephone wire (6 3/8"w. x 2 1/2" h.).

$48

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 Imbenge Zulu Telephone Wire Basket (bowl shape)
SKU: ZWB-635

Recycled telephone wire (6 3/8"w. x 2 1/2" h.)

$48

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Painted Giraffe (large size)
SKU: ZIM-10-Lg

Recycled soda-can and wire animal, hand-painted
(approx. 15 1/2" h. x 3 1/2" w. x 7" l.)

$48

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 Beaded Zebra/Horse
SKU: CPD-62

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/4" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4" l.)

$45

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-63

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(2 3/4" h. x 2 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)

$45

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-68

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/4" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)

$45

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-66

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(2 3/4" h. x 1 3/4" w. x 5" l.)

10% off

$45 $40.50

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-67

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(4 1/4" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4" l.)

10% off

$45 $40.50

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-59

By Mona October - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(6 1/2" h. x 4 1/2" w. x 1 1/4" d.)

$38

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-75

By Rachel - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(6 1/4" h. x 3 1/4" w. x 2" d.)

$38

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Samburu Beaded Bowls - Large
SKU: smb-lg

Glass beads and recycled copper and steel wire.
Baskets available in assorted colors and patterns.  Approximate sizes.

6 1/2" diam. x 2 1/4" h.

$38 each

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Beaded Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-77

By Mona - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(6 1/4" h. x 3 1/4" w. x 2" d.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-01

by  Philile, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 3/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-02

by  Jhabina, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-04

by  Sibongile, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/2"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-05

by  Sitemi, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-06

by  Thabile, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-22

Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Hongera Barack Obama Khanga
SKU: obk-05

Yellow background
Printed khanga cloth commemorating the inauguration of President Barack Obama
(62" x 40")

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-23

Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 3/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-24

Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 3/4"diam. x 2" h.)

$38

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Sisal Basket from Swaziland
SKU: SWZB-26

Ntondo, Swazi people - Swaziland
Sisal fiber (6 1/2" diam. x 1 1/2" h.)

$38

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Beaded Lion
SKU: CPD-44

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)

$36

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Beaded "Angel" Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-78

By Phatiswe Ncopayi - Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(6 1/2" h. x 4 1/2" w. x 1 1/4" d.)

$36

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-45

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4" l.)

$36

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Beaded Buck
SKU: CPD-46

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 3/4" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)

$36

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Beaded Elephant
SKU: CPD-47

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)

$36

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Beaded Zebra/Horse
SKU: CPD-48

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/4" l.)

$36

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-49

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(4" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 3 1/2" l.)

$36

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Beaded "Angel" Doll from Capetown
SKU: CPD-81

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(5 1/2" h. x 3 1/4" w. x 1 1/4" d.)

$36

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-51

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 3 3/4" l.)

$36

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Samburu Beaded Bowls - Medium/Large
SKU: smb-med-lg

Glass beads and recycled copper and steel wire.
Baskets available in assorted colors and patterns.  Approximate sizes.

6 1/4" diam. x 2" h.

$34

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Beaded Horse/Zebra
SKU: CPD-70

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4" l.)

$34

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Beaded Antelope
SKU: CPD-69

Capetown, South Africa
Glass beads, cotton fabric.
(3" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 3 1/2" l.)

$32

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Imbenge - Small (bright multicolor)
SKU: zwb-sml-multi

Recycled telephone wire (4 3/4"w x 2 1/4" h)
Small baskets available in assorted bright colors and patterns, similar to samples above - available with or without the black color.

$29 each

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Samburu Beaded Bowls - Medium
SKU: smb-med

Glass beads and recycled copper and steel wire.
Baskets available in assorted colors and patterns.  Approximate sizes.

5 1/2" to 6 1/2" diam. x 2" h.

$28 each

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Small Black "Unity" basket
SKU: RWB-027-S

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(6 1/4" diam. x 2 1/4" h.)

$28

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Small Tomato "Hope" Basket
SKU: RWB-032

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(7" diam. x 2" h.)

$28

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Small Orange Festival "Hope" Basket
SKU: RWB-033

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(6 1/4" diam. x 2" h.)

$28

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Small Green "Unity" basket
SKU: RWB-034

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(6 1/2" diam. x 2" h.)

$28

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"Faux Ivory" PVC Bracelets from Namibia - Wide Cuff
SKU: PVC-1

No elephants were harmed in the making of these bracelets!  These "faux ivory" bracelets are cut from recycled pvc plumbing pipe by Himba artisans in Namibia.  The outer surface is blackened and traditional designs are cut into the surface.  Cuff bracelets are 2 1/2" diameter but expand larger, and come in three widths.
Wide cuff:  1 1/4" wide
Bracelets come in assorted designs.

 

$26

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Small Flip-flop Lions
SKU: FLP-sm-2

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 4" h. x 2" w. x 5" l.)
Assorted -  colors and exact dimensions will vary.

$24

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Small Flip-flop Zebra
SKU: FLP-sm-3

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 3" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)
Assorted -  colors and exact dimensions will vary.

$24

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Small Flip-flop Warthog
SKU: FLP-sm-4

Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 3 1/2" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 5" l.)
Assorted -  colors, design and exact dimensions will vary.

$24

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Recycled rubber flip-flops
SKU: FLP-sm-1

Kenya
Recycled rubber flip-flops
(approx. 3" h. x 1 1/2" w. x 4 1/2" l.)
Assorted - animals and colors will vary.

$ 24 each

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Samburu Beaded Bowls - Medium/Small
SKU: smb-med-sml

Glass beads and recycled copper and steel wire.
Baskets available in assorted colors and patterns.  Approximate sizes.

5 to 5 1/2 " diam. x 1 1/2" h.

$24

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Samburu Beaded Bowls - Small
SKU: smb-sml

Glass beads and recycled copper and steel wire.
Baskets available in assorted colors and patterns.  Approximate sizes.

4 3/4" diam. x 1 1/2" h.

$22 each

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Painted Mini-Critters
SKU: ZIM-VAR

Recycled aluminum soda-can and wire critters, created by Mangwere Thomas and his son Daniel, then hand-painted by Weya artists, including Yeukai Tanyara
(sizes vary - approx. 2" to 5" in length).
Critters come assorted - typical designs shown.

WE MAY BE ABLE TO GET YOU A SPECIFIC ANIMAL, DEPENDING ON OUR STOCK - SPECIFY WHICH ANIMALS YOU PREFER IN NOTES AREA OF CHECKOUT

$9 each

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Small Navy/White Hope" Basket
SKU: RWB-031

Natural dyed sisal and sweet grass fiber.
(7 1/4" diam. x 2 1/4" h.)

$28

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At the Waterhole
SKU: KBDA-1704

From "Le Hangar" art workshop, Elisabethville, Belgian Congo, c.1959
Oil on canvas (59cm x 88cm, 23 1/4" x 34 3/4").  Framed.
Condition note:  Two tears in canvas have been repaired by our conservator.  See photo details.

Price on Request

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Medical Sign
SKU: SN-188

by H.K.S. Metadhor, Togo, c. 1990's
Oil paint on plywood (33 1/4 " x 23 1/2")

Price on Request

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Five-panelled Ndebele Jocolo beaded apron
SKU: NDBS-01

worn by bride on wedding day (#ndbs-1)
Ndebele People - South Africa, mid-20th century.
Sheepskin, glass beads. Custom mounted for display in wood "shadow-box" frame with linen backing.
(3 1/2" h.)

Price on Request

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The Palmwine Tapper
SKU: T77-1602

c.2009
"Sculpture Painting" - Oil, acrylic, ink and pastel on plywood.
(36" h x 12"w)
Provenance:  Private collection, purchased directly from the artist.

Price on Request

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Birds and Fish
SKU: KBDA-1705

From "Le Hangar" art workshop, Elisabethville, Belgian Congo,1958
Oil on canvas (65cm x 92cm, 25 1/2" x 36 1/4").  Framed.

Price on Request

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Five Spotted Birds with Nest
SKU: MWA-1701

From "Le Hangar" art workshop, Elisabethville, Belgian Congo, 1959
Oil on canvas (46cm x 70cm, 18 1/4" x 25 1/2").  Framed.

Price on Request

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"BON COIFFEURE ChEZ LALLAS" barber sign
SKU: BS-ED-1531

Signed NRD (for Nikéma Rasmané Dessinateur) - Burkina Faso (b.1946 - ?)
Oil paint on plywood (14" x 23", 36 cm x 58.5 cm)
c. 1985
Ex. Esger Duintger collection.

Price on Request

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The Palm Wine Tapper
SKU: T77-1106

Twins Seven-Seven (1944 - 2011), Oshogbo, Nigeria
c.1978
Ink, pastel and oli on cloth
(50 1/2" h x 30 1/2"w)

At the entry to the lane that leads to Prince's compound in Osogbo, a palm-wine tapper sits on a bicycle, welded to Prince's design out of scrap metal. In Amos Tutuola's "Palm-Wine Drinkard", the drinkard hunts for his dead tapster in the domain of the dead.... 

"This is when I was working on the book of Amos Tutuola, like Palm-Wine Drinker, My Life in the Bush of Ghosts, and something like that."

"I made a poem about whoever want me to die earlier will be killed by a palm-wine tapper bicycle, because palm-wine tapper bicycle have no insurance. It was a song from, like, nineteen seventy-four."

from Prince Twins Seven-SevenHis Art, His Life in Nigeria, His Exile in America, by Henry Glassie

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La Maniere D’Aimer des Hommes!
SKU: FBB-2002

"La Maniere D’Aimer des Hommes!  Ici un amoureux va remettre des fleurs a sa dulcinée."  (The Way of Loving of Men! Here a lover will give flowers to his sweetheart.)

Signed by Frédéric Bruly Bouabré, Ivory Coast, dated Feb. 9, 2005
Ball-point pen and colored pencil on cardstock paper (14cm x 11.5cm 5 1/2” x 4 1/2”).  Framed.

Price on request

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