Africa

Africa is the second largest continent after Asia and covers about one-fifth of the total land surface of the Earth and is comprised of 54 countries. The United Nations’ Geoscheme divides the continent into 5 subregions: Central Africa, East Africa, North Africa, West Africa and South Africa. The VA collection includes items mostly from West, East and Central Africa.

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  • Vintage Ethiopian Cross with Lattice Work, Axum (E311YBL) $110

    $110.00
    Ht: 3″  W: 2.62″    | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This vintage Ethiopian cross pendant was hand crafted in Axum, known for its crosses with religious geometric shapes and symbols and apotropaic symbols to provide protection to the wearer. The center with cutouts and etched linear decorations simulates an “endless knot” to entangle malevolent spirits and the small incised circles on the arms are “protective eyes” that are believed to bring blessings, deflect misfortune and avert the “evil eye.”  The chain necklace is not included.

  • Vintage Ethiopian Cross with Stylized Birds (E312YBL) $115

    $115.00
    Ht: 2.375″  W: 1.625″   | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This vintage Ethiopian cross is typical of the intricate and lyrical designs of a Coptic Cross. Older Coptic Crosses often include circles as here it with circular shape with  pierced design on top as well as a circular image below it surrounding a latin cross. The four birds on the outer edge symbolically transform the Cross into the Tree of Knowledge and Life and also symbolize the Holy ghost.  A group of four doves represents peace.

  • Vintage Ibeji with High Round Hat, Nigeria, Yoruba (1965BHA) SPECIAL PRICE

    $385.00

    Ibeji carvings from Nigeria are idealized folk art conforming to Yoruba artistic and cultural conventions without closely reflecting human likenesses. Symmetrical and restrained with oversized elongated heads where one’s spirit, intelligence and the seat of divine power lie, they often have detailed linear coiffures that can be a third or more of the figure’s body…

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    Vintage Yoruba Ere Ibeji with High Hat, Nigeria #1963

    Original price was: $465.00.Current price is: $325.00.
    H: 7.125″  W: 2.125″  D: 2.25″ | Free Shipping IN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This finely carved Ibeji has distinctive Yoruba features. The elongated head is narrow, has full lips, thick eyelids, incised lashes, flat prominent ears, a high stylized coiffure and scarifications. The strong stance with hands on hips, massive legs and arms are visible signs of fertility and power. The elongated head is where one’s spirit, intelligence and the seat of  power lie. This vintage statue is finely carved with a smooth patina.

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    Vintage Yoruba Ere Ibeji with Thick Sandals, Nigeria #1967

    Original price was: $485.00.Current price is: $325.00.
    H: 9.5″  W: 3.25″  D: 3″ | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This Nigerian Ibeji reflects the distinctive Yoruba artistic and cultural conventions to honor deceased twin(s) with carved images to house their spirits and souls. His oversized elongated head houses his spirit, intelligence and divine power. His distinguishing features are his necklace with triangular pendants and remarkably high thick sandals that make him appear taller. This vintage statue is finely carved with a smooth patina.

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