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African Animal Wood Carving

Mutiso African wood carving of a Lioness.
Mutiso African wood carving of a Lioness.

Mutiso African wood carving of a Lioness.

Located in Seattle, WA

Mutiso African wood carving of a Lioness , No signature. Piece has a nice patina and character. Vintage Condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only. Box H9 Dimensions....

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Wood

African Tuareg Bird Animal Sculpture, Hand-carved Myrrh Wood, Tribal Art, c.1960
African Tuareg Bird Animal Sculpture, Hand-carved Myrrh Wood, Tribal Art, c.1960

African Tuareg Bird Animal Sculpture, Hand-carved Myrrh Wood, Tribal Art, c.1960

Located in Marrakech, MA

A striking example of nomadic folk art and minimalist design. This zoomorphic bird figure was hand-carved by Tuareg artisans in the Sahara/Sahel region during the mid-20th century. ...

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Antique 1660s Moroccan Organic Modern Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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African Art-Bobo Protective Crocodile Fetish
African Art-Bobo Protective Crocodile Fetish

African Art-Bobo Protective Crocodile Fetish

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H 6 in W 43 in D 12 in

African Art-Bobo Protective Crocodile Fetish

Located in Chicago, IL

Keywords: Tribal, animal, crocodile, wood, African, carving, religous

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20th Century Tribal Art

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Wood

African Wood Carving of Antelope
African Wood Carving of Antelope

African Wood Carving of Antelope

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H 55 in W 26 in D 10 in

African Wood Carving of Antelope

Located in Stamford, CT

Polychromatic African wood carving of antelope from the estate of Marie Casindas (1923 - 2017) American photographer.

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Antique 19th Century African Animal Sculptures

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Wood

Hand Carved Wooden African Lion Figurine Kenya, 1970s
Hand Carved Wooden African Lion Figurine Kenya, 1970s

Hand Carved Wooden African Lion Figurine Kenya, 1970s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage hand carved wooden lion sculpture, hand carved statue, wood carving, African animal figurine, safari, Kenya African Decor Safari Animal Figure. handcrafted exotic home decor,...

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Mid-20th Century Kenyan Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Bulu Tribe Carved Wooden Monkey, African Animal, Tribal Art, Early 20th Century
Bulu Tribe Carved Wooden Monkey, African Animal, Tribal Art, Early 20th Century

Bulu Tribe Carved Wooden Monkey, African Animal, Tribal Art, Early 20th Century

Located in Totnes, GB

A large, impressive and characterful carved timber monkey by the Bulu tribe of Cameroon and surrounds. The adult monkey is holding a baby, suggesting this might be symbolic of fertil...

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20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

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African Animal Wood Carving For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal African animal wood carving for your home. An African animal wood carving — often made from wood, metal and bronze — can elevate any home. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage African animal wood carving now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer African animal wood carving, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An African animal wood carving, designed in the folk art or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made African animal wood carving has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Benin People and Joanina and David Pastoll are consistently popular.

How Much is an African Animal Wood Carving?

An African animal wood carving can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,650, while the lowest priced sells for $387 and the highest can go for as much as $12,800.

Questions About African Animal Wood Carving

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.