South African Figurative Sculptures

A finely carved decorated headrest with solid hourglass shaped base, attached decorations of seed pods shell and beads. Fine worn patina. Created by the Tsonga peoples of South Afr...

AFRICAN COLONIAL SCULPTURE OF A MAN IN A BOWLER HAT Circa 1900 Carved and polychrome decorated caricature of a standing man in a suit and bowler hat w...

A wonderful Mid-Century Modernist Abstract sculpture of a female figure in the style of/attributed to renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo...

This bronze sculpture captures a Maasai warrior in a rare moment of stillness and anticipation — poised at the very beginning of the hunt. The figure stands tall and slender, his spe...

Zulu carved wood double headrest with stylized human figure in middle, from South Africa. In stylized human form within a pair of vertical columns, with triangle arms and legs and he...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king...

Bronze sculpture of young girl from Kenya's Turkana tribe in traditional attire and characteristic hairdo. The Turkana tribe, nomadic by nature, are a Nilotic people native to the Turkana District in northwest Kenya, a semi-arid climate region bordering Lake Turkana in the east. My art is inspired by Africa and it’s magnificent wildlife and people. Seeing tribe people’s silhouettes in the blistering summer haze enthused me to branch out into human figurative sculpture. Turkana Girl - Bronze sculpture. Limited Edition of 24. Sculpture Height 65 cm including Sandstone base of approx 17 x 15 x 4 cm. Each piece of bronze art is handcrafted by myself from beginning to end - sculpting, casting in my own foundry and finished individually by hand with it's own unique patina. Patinas may vary slightly. This is edition 1 of 24 and ready for delivery. After this each edition is made on order so will be ready for shipping from South Africa approx 4 to 6 weeks after receipt of order. I am a self-taught South African artist whose work is inspired by Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and people. My years as a safari guide gave me an intimate connection to the bush — a place that taught me everything I know about shape, form, and movement. You can’t sculpt what you don’t feel, and every moment spent observing wildlife offers a lesson in balance, grace, and presence. I am drawn to bronze — an ancient material with a living surface that changes, deepens, and gains character over time, much like the landscapes and creatures that inspire me. Each patina adds its own mood and individuality, ensuring every piece carries its own quiet story. My work ranges from bird, wildlife, figurative, abstract to African sculpture...

The Maasai Warrior joins my series of figurative works inspired by Africa’s tribes, each piece a reflection of cultural pride and enduring legacy: Standing tall, proud, and resilient...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork...

A Maasai girl, upon reaching adolescence, undergoes a traditional rite of passage known as "Enkipaata" a ceremony marking her transition into womanhood and preparing her for the resp...

Zuri, which is beautiful in Swahili, is a Bronze African Abstract Nude and marks a significant moment in my creative evolution—an expansion from sculpting wildlife into exploring the human form. Initially, my art was inspired by Africa’s magnificent wildlife, but over time, the graceful silhouettes of tribal warriors and women—often glimpsed through the blistering summer haze—began to captivate me in a new way. There was something profoundly moving about their presence—dignified, resilient, and quietly powerful. That vision led me to explore the human spirit in bronze. Zuri is an abstract interpretation of that essence: rooted in strength, shaped by grace, and elevated by simplicity. Through her, I seek to honour not just form, but feeling. Bronze sculpture in a rich traditional patina with hints of Verdigris...

A super cool pair of patinated bronze figurative sculptures in the style of renowned South African sculptor/ artist Sydney Kumalo, circa 1960s. The minim...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a ceremonial doll...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a fertility doll...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a ceremonial doll...

A rare imported commodity, glass beads have been a symbol of wealth and importance in south African cultures for centuries, and were exclusively distributed by the region's oba (king). As beads become gradually more accessible throughout the 19th century, they began to displace the organic materials used in traditional art and attire. This colorful example of African beadwork is a fertility doll...

Zulu warriors were renowned for their disciplined formations and innovative tactics in battle, epitomized by the "buffalo horns" strategy developed by the legendary Shaka Zulu: a man...

Zuri, which is beautiful in Swahili, is a Bronze African Abstract Nude female sculpture and marks a significant moment in my creative evolution—an expansion from sculpting wildlife i...

Zulu warriors were renowned for their disciplined formations and innovative tactics in battle, epitomized by the "buffalo horns" strategy developed by the legendary Shaka Zulu: a man...

My interpretation of a Samburu herdsman stands as a sentinel of tradition, his life a tapestry woven with the threads of pastoral wisdom and the enduring spirit of the African savann...

This bronze sculpture captures a Maasai warrior in a moment of stillness and anticipation — poised at the very start of the hunt. I was inspired by the elegant silhouettes of tribal ...

Could I have tried harder? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen One of a Kind Dimensions: D33 x W60 x H25 cm Materials: Wood: Kiaat Weight: 7.4 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculpt...

Did I do enough? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D30 x W40 x H70 cm Materials: Wood: Kiaat Weight: 4.9 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaa...

Was the love real? sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D 32 x W 43 x H 36 cm Materials: Wood: Kiaat Weight: 7.5 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor ...

You Can Lean on Me Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D15 x W20 x H85 cm Materials: Wood:Kiaat Weight: 2.9 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Dria...

Joy Is Found When Looking Inside Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D34 x W34 x H34 cm Materials: Wood:Kiaat Weight: 2.5 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis...

Do I know how to love? Sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D16 x W17 x H18 cm Materials: Wood Weight: 0.5 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis...

Lets Watch The Sunset sculpture by Driaan Claassen Limited Edition Dimensions: D30 x 30 cm Materials: Wood: Camphor Weight: 3.3 kg Born in Johannesburg in 1991, sculptor Driaan Claassen first studied 3D animation before apprenticing with Otto du Plessis...