Tribal Art

A tribal group (tribe) has a strong consciousnes of, loyalty and commitment to and identification with a social group composed of families or clans sharing the same language, customs, interests and beliefs and whose affiliation rises above all others. The tribe shares common ancestors, has a common leader and often produces art with accepted standards, guidelines and recognizable group symbols unlike the art of others. Often called tribal art, other acceptible phrases with the same meaning include ethnic, indigenous and folk art.

  • Sale! Antique Fulani Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3165)

    Antique Fulani Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3165)

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $195.00.
    Ht: 3.125”  W: 3.5”  Thickness: 1”| FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    The Fulani people favored many kinds of body ornaments, among the most traditional being bracelets and anklets in a horseshoe shape with flared decorative ends.  This finely-crafted, heavy and massive antique U-shaped example was elaborately designed with intertwined twisted strands and 11 faceted ends incised with circle and diamond designs.

  • Sale! Antique Fulani Manilla Currency/Slave Trade Bracelet, West Africa (3146)

    Antique Fulani Manilla Currency/Slave Trade Bracelet, West Africa (3146)

    Original price was: $165.00.Current price is: $135.00.
    H: 2.75”  W: 3”  Thick: 0.5” Circum: 8” |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This antique thick, rounded and smooth surfaced Fulani manilla is etched with intricate decorative and geometric designs at the ends and at its apex. It is in very good condition with minor scratches, cracks and bruising on the inside consistent with its extensive age and use. It comes with a wood and metal stand.

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  • Sale! Antique Kota Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3166)

    Antique Kota Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3166)

    Original price was: $115.00.Current price is: $90.00.
    H: 2.875” W: 3.25” Width: 1.5” | FREE SHIPPINGCWITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This antique manilla is made by the Kota in the northeastern region of Gabon and Congo. A thin wide C-shaped bracelet with an elaborate five section design, each section has unique designs with long striations, grooved crosshatches, long triangles and angled designs. In very good condition with minor losses, pitting and scratches, its rough surface inside is consistent with its age and use and comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Sale! Antique Senufo Manilla Currency/Slave Trade Bracelet, West Africa (3143)

    Antique Senufo Manilla Currency/Slave Trade Bracelet, West Africa (3143)

    Original price was: $295.00.Current price is: $210.00.
    H: 3.125”  W: 4”  Thick: 1.125.5” Circum: 9.5” |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This very elaborate and exquisite C-shaped Senufo heavy manilla  is ornately embellished and divided into sections, each decorated with deeply carved  panels and framed with pairs of raised ball-like metal pieces. This remarkable and elegant manilla has a fine patina that shows its age, long use, and wear. It comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Sale! Antique Senufo Manilla Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3144)

    Antique Senufo Manilla Slave Bracelet, West Africa (3144)

    Original price was: $195.00.Current price is: $155.00.
    H: 2.75”  W: 3.625”  Thick: 1” Circum. 9.375” | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL u.s.

    Antique 3-sections Senufo manilla with incising, raised bosses and flattened discs at ends. Very heavy, used to store wealth, trade for purchases, bridal dowries or ceremonies. Fine patina, wood and metal stand.

     

  • Sale! Antique Tuareg King Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/West Africa, (3161)

    Antique Tuareg King Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/West Africa, (3161)

    Original price was: $325.00.Current price is: $250.00.
    Ht: 4″  W: 4.6525″  Thick: 1.5″ Circum: 10.5″  | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This 19th century Tuareg “king” manilla bracelet/anklet made from brass, copper and iron in the shape of horseshoe is a magnificent example of African metalwork composed of massive flat finials with 10 facets. Adorned with traditional raised finely detailed etched and hammered cross-hatched designs, diamond shapes, triangles and circles, this fine piece is excellent condition with appropriate signs of age and use and comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Sale! Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, Africa (3152)

    Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, Africa (3152)

    Original price was: $285.00.Current price is: $195.00.
    Bracelet H: 3.875”  W: 3.5”  Thick: 1.125”   | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This 18-19th century Tuareg manilla was fashioned using a sand mould in a traditional horseshoe shape with bulbous rounded faceted ends. decorated with hand hammered fine details which have faded from age and wear. Individual Tuareg tribes each use unique symbolic imagery and decorative motifs passed down for generations. It comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Sale! Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/ West Africa (3149)

    Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/ West Africa (3149)

    Original price was: $275.00.Current price is: $195.00.
    H: 3.375”  W: 3.25”  Thick: 1.25” Circum: 5.75” | FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL u.s.!

    Tuareg wrist and ankle manillas made from sand moulds were usually shaped in a large C. Recognized for their unique etched designs, symbols, motifs and faceted knob ends, each is a one-of-a kind creation. This  bracelet has massive finials with 12 facets containing detailed hand-etched and hammered designs including raised circles. It is in excellent condition with appropriate signs of age and use and comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • Sale! Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/West Africa (3156)

    Antique Tuareg Manilla Currency/Slave Bracelet, North/West Africa (3156)

    Original price was: $195.00.Current price is: $125.00.
    H: 3.5”  W: 3.625”  Thick: 0.50” Circum. 10.125”  | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This finely fashioned antique Tuareg manilla bracelet/anklet is a traditional slim circular-shaped bracelet with hoof-shaped terminals, hand incised striated decorations, and faceted rounded beads at the open ends. Manillas were important currency for nomadic populations since they were easily portable. It is in excellent condition with a fine patina and comes with a wood and metal stand.

  • SOLD Antique/Vintage Hammered Iron Gong on Stand, Democratic Republic of the Congo (3893BKR) $395

    SOLD Antique/Vintage Hammered Iron Gong on Stand, Democratic Republic of the Congo (3893BKR) $395

    $395.00
    H: 21″  W: 8″ D: 4.75″ | FOR SHIPPING INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 213-568-3030

    This traditional African hammered iron gong is elegantly shaped like a flaring bell. Heat riveted, a forging process joining two metal pieces together, it was made by Congolese tribal people. Made with 5 parallel lines of 5 decorative round bulges on both sides, it was often held using a raffia handle and beaten using sticks covered with rubber at its end. Originally a ritual instrument, they were also beaten to call members of special restricted societies to meetings and were a symbol of wealth, prestige, and influence.

  • Sale! Vintage Ancestor Mask, Featured in 1st Spiderman Movie, Indonesia (1203)

    Vintage Ancestor Mask, Featured in 1st Spiderman Movie, Indonesia (1203)

    Original price was: $1,750.00.Current price is: $1,350.00.
    H: 20.75″  W:  8″  |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING

    Rare Timor ancestor mask for ritual offerings to honor the departed and provide space during village visits, repel evil spirits.  Featured in 2002 Spiderman movie in collection of the Green Goblin.

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  • Vintage Carved Dewi Sri Rice Harvest Goddess, Bali (3044WOK) SPECIAL PRICE

    Vintage Carved Dewi Sri Rice Harvest Goddess, Bali (3044WOK) SPECIAL PRICE

    $425.00
    Ht: 14.5”  W: 3.5”  D: 2.25” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S!

    This rare vintage carving was probably made for a  home shrine or small rice field temple dedicated to Dewi Sri, the Balinese Goddess of Rice. The hole near the bottom indicates it may have been part of a larger decorative scheme.

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