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Bring the Natives of Africa home to you. The unique art of the tribal period will add class to any decor.

Tribal

Art plays an essential role in the lives of the African people and their communities. It serves a much more vital purpose than merely to beautify the human environment, as art is usually employed in contemporary Western societies. The beauty of African art is simply an element of its function, for these objects would not be effective if they were not aesthetically pleasing. Its beauty and its content thus combine to make art the vehicle that ensures the survival of traditions, protects the community and the individual, and tells much of the person or persons who use it!

African Art

For many centuries African Tribal masks, played a major role in rituals, celebrations, ceremonial and tribal initiations. Masking rituals are normally accompanied with prayer, music, song and or dance. Before the sculpting start, the artisan purifies himself and performs a prayer, consulting the divine forces and the spirits of his ancestor’s for guidance. The divine force will be transferred to the mask during the sculpting process. The carver also offers a sacrifice to the spirit of the tree. Once the tree is felled the sculptor leaves it for a day or two, so that the spirit of the tree can find a "new home", thereafter he brings the tree to his workshop to starts the process of carving the mask.
 

African Animal Carvings

Africa is where humanity got its start. Where pharaoh's ruled and civilization first flourished. Many people have often wondered about the beauty and splendor when it comes to Africa. From the roaring of the lions to the savannahs where the elephants, zebra's and springbuck roam. No continent has more appeal when it comes to animals, from the mystical leopard to the king: the lion. Africa is far more than a continent. It is the beginning of so many mysteries and the journey of a lifetime.

Martial Arts gear was fortunate to venture to South Africa, and on the journey the richness and beauty of artifacts could not be overlooked. Arriving this October 2002 a shipment from South Africa is destined for our shores. Have you ever wanted a true Africa artifact, hand carved. Here is your chance. Once these artifacts are gone we may never get a shipment again. All artifacts were hand chosen, no artifact was factory manufactured - but rather produced by the locals. Each is original (even though similar).
 
All of our African animal carvings were bought from local carvers and on the side of the road.
 
 
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African Motil Candle Lamp Bejeweled
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African Motil Candle Lamp Bejeweled
The flickering flame of a tealight theatrically illuminates this intriguing lamp's tribal African design: dazzling acrylic crystal drops capture the amber glow. Black metal stand with pigskin leather shade. uses tealights. 9 inches x 9 in. by 17 in.
African Wire Mother and Daughter Candleholder
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African Wire Mother and Daughter Candleholder
Teaching the ways of the world, this mother shares the gifts and mysteries of light with her daughter in an elegantly styled candleholder of rattan and metal.
Decorative Elephant Planter
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Decorative Elephant Planter
Decorative Elephant Planter
Elephant Hand Carved
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Elephant Hand Carved
This wooden sculpture will be a focal point in any room - not only is it an original, but it was hand carved in South Africa. Measures approximately 7.5" x 18.5"
Elephant Hand Carved Textured
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Elephant Hand Carved Textured
The family bonds are strong within an elephant community. Elephants have been seen to help young and wounded elephants over obstacles.
Elephant Posing in Red Stone
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Elephant Posing in Red Stone
Elephant Posing in Red Stone
Elephant Raising Head and Trunk in Red Stone
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Elephant Raising Head and Trunk in Red Stone
Elephant Raising Head and Trunk in Red Stone
Elephant with Trunk Raised
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Elephant with Trunk Raised
Elephant with Trunk Raised
Family of Zebras Under Tree
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Family of Zebras Under Tree
Family of Zebras Under Tree
Green Colored Siting Elephant
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Green Colored Siting Elephant
Green Colored Siting Elephant
Kissing Cows
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Kissing Cows
Kissing Cows
Large 12 Inch Hand Crafted African Elephant
Large 12 Inch Hand Crafted African Elephant
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Large 12 Inch Hand Crafted African Elephant
I picked these up in Africa on another adventure. They are truly usually and unique.
Medium Black Elephant Lying Down
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Medium Black Elephant Lying Down
Medium Black Elephant Lying Down
Modern Abstract Art Oil Painting STRETCHED READY TO HANG OPA23
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Modern Abstract Art Oil Painting STRETCHED READY TO HANG OPA23
Beautiful original modern abstract art handpainted on high quality canvas. Each piece is stretched and wrapped on wooden frames.
Orange Colored Elephant Sitting
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Orange Colored Elephant Sitting
Orange Colored Elephant Sitting
Pair of Elephants Sitting
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Pair of Elephants Sitting
Pair of Elephants Sitting
Pair of Elephants Walking
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Pair of Elephants Walking
Pair of Elephants Walking
Wildlife Bear Figurine
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Wildlife Bear Figurine
Wildlife Bear Figurine - 5 inches by 3.5 inches.
Wood Carved Giraffe
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Wood Carved Giraffe
This sculpture is made from wood. All are hand carved. These giraffes are a must for any true African collector - they are large and suit any room. Don't delay, buy this unusual artifact today - each one is an original. Measures approximately 30" x 12"
Wood Carved Warthog Scratching - Dark Wood
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Wood Carved Warthog Scratching - Dark Wood
These sculpture are made from wood, representing the essence of the warthog. Each sculpture is hand carved and is an original. Each sculpture is different. Measures approximately 11.8" x 5.9"
Wood Carved Warthog Scratching - Light Wood
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Wood Carved Warthog Scratching - Light Wood
A warthogs sparse coat is bristly with a long mane running to the middle of the back, and a few whiskers on the chin. The tail is long, thin and tufted at the end. The skin is colored slate or clay and is very thick.
Wooden Elephant Standing 7208
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Wooden Elephant Standing 7208
Wooden Elephant Standing 7208
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