1964. Original 1964 "Galerie Bernheim-Jeune" Ladislas Kardos exhibition poster in Very Good condition. Minor toning throughout. Creasing to edges. Measures 15" x 22". Shelved in Hallway. More

1959. Original 1959 "Musee du Louvre" La Vie Privee en Grece et a Rome exhibition poster in Good Plus condition. Inch long closed tear to left edge. Bumping to and striking edges. Minor toning throughout. Creasing to edges. Measures 18" x 24". Shelved in Hallway. More

1963. Original 1963 "Galerie du Damier" Noir et Blanc exhibition poster in Good Plus condition. Residual taper to top edge. Strike with puncturing to left edge. Minor toning throughout. Creasing to edges. Measures 13" x 20.5". Shelved in Hallway. More

1977. Original 1977 "Kupka" Musee d'Art Moderne exhibition poster in Very Good condition. Minor scuffing to bottom edge. Minor toning throughout. Creasing to edges. Measures 15.75" x 23.75". Shelved in Hallway. More

1965. Original 1965 "Galerie Katia Granoff" Popovitch exhibition poster in Very Good condition. Residual tape to top edge. Minor toning throughout. Creasing to edges. Measures 15" x 21.5". Shelved in Hallway. More

Mali. This imposing Dogon Sirige-type mask relates to the famous Dama funerary ceremonies of Mali, during which towering masks were danced to honor the deceased and facilitate their transition into the ancestral realm. The elongated architectural form is characteristic of Sirige masks, among the most iconic and visually dramatic ritual objects of the Dogon tradition. Measures 12 in. x 97 in. Overall good display condition with evident age and use. Surface exhibits substantial wear throughout, including pigment loss, abrasion, and scattered losses to the dark encrusted surface layers. Numerous age cracks, splits, and small losses are present to the wood and openwork elements. Fiber lashings and cord bindings show wear, fraying, and losses. The reverse retains a netted fiber component with significant age-related deterioration and broken strands. Scattered insect-related holes and minor structural losses are visible, particularly within the openwork sections. Areas of repair, reinforcement, or reattachment may be present, and the mask is currently mounted to a later custom display base. More

early 20th century. Hand-carved wooden architectural door believed to originate from West Africa, featuring a traditional sliding-bar lock and carved central locking element. Constructed from heavy hand-hewn planks with mortise-and-tenon joinery, the door displays a rich aged patina, extensive wear from use, and attractive weathering throughout. The lock housing is decorated with simple incised linear motifs, while the overall form reflects the practical yet sculptural character of indigenous African architecture. Mounted on a custom metal display stand for presentation. The display stand runs vertically long the entirety of the backside (along the right edge). Door measures 24.5 in. x 48.5 in. Heavy age and use wear consistent with prolonged outdoor or architectural service. Surface losses, cracks, splits, abrasions, insect activity, and weathering throughout. More

20th century. Hand-carved and painted wooden figure depicting a standing man wearing a white cap, blue shirt, tie, and red trousers while carrying a camera. Executed in a colorful folk-art style associated with mid-20th-century West African carving traditions. The figure's expressive facial features, bright paintwork, and occupational subject matter reflect the popularity of depictions of photographers, civil servants, and other modern professions during the colonial and post-colonial era. Measures 12.5 in. x 3 in. x 2.5 in. In Very Good condition with mild wear. More

20th century. Hand-carved and vividly painted Haitian folk art sculpture depicting a traditional tap-tap passenger bus. Executed in carved wood and decorated with colorful scenes of passengers, birds, fruit, geometric motifs, and French inscriptions including "Qui va lentement arrive sûrement." The vehicle is identified as a Mazda truck conversion, reflecting the brightly ornamented public transportation buses that have become cultural symbols of Haiti. Richly detailed on all sides, including seated roof passengers and hand-painted advertisements, the piece captures the energy and visual culture of Caribbean street life. Measures 17 in. x 16 in. x 7 in. In Very Good condition with minor chipping and paint loss. More

Nigeria. This cast brass head represents an Iyoba, or Queen Mother, in the Benin Kingdom style of Nigeria. It displays an idealized face with almond-shaped eyes, a broad nose, full lips, circular ears, a ringed neck, and a tall, textured headdress. These busts honor the Queen Mother’s significant role in royal lineage, spiritual protection, and the continuity of Benin kingship. Dimensions approximately 20 x 5.5 x 7 inches In Very Good condition, with surface wear such as oxidation, discoloration, rubbing, accumulated residue, and scattered abrasions. Minor casting irregularities are present, most notably at the right hairline and lower headdress. More

Ivory Coast or Liberia: 20th century. Large and visually impressive West African helmet mask or masquerade headdress, likely originating from the Voltaic region of West Africa (Burkina Faso, northern Côte d'Ivoire, or neighboring areas). The mask features a finely carved dark wooden face with stylized features, heavily adorned with cowrie shells and red trade-bead-style ornamentation. A dramatic elongated conical superstructure covered in aged textile extends behind the face, creating a powerful sculptural presence. The construction combines wood, cloth, cowrie shells, and fiber elements, reflecting traditional masquerade practices in which such masks were worn during ceremonial performances. The piece exhibits substantial age and authentic wear, including losses, fraying, surface wear, and repairs consistent with use and age. Mounted on cobtemporary stand. Dimensions: Approximately 9 in. x 5.5 in. x 4.5 in. Condition is consistent with age and use. Wear, fraying, losses, holes, and repairs to the textile covering. Scattered surface wear and abrasions to the wooden mask. Cowrie shell ornamentation appears substantially intact with possible minor losses. Red beadwork shows age-related wear. Overall presents well and retains a strong aged patina throughout. More

Kenya. A carved wooden male figure seated on a stool, shown with elongated limbs, angular facial features, textured coiffure, beard, and applied fiber ornaments. The figure holds carved implements and is dressed in woven fiber cloth, draped across the body and attached to a gourd and cord elements. The sculpture reflects a narrative or ceremonial figure type, suggesting themes of elderhood, social identity, authority, and ritual or communal presence. Dimensions approximately 13 x 6 x 8 inches In Very Good condition. Light surface wear throughout, including abrasions and scattered scratches, most noticeable on the back of the head. Soil, dust, and accretive residue on the fiber cloth and attached elements. Approximately 1 in. crack to the back of the neck. Slight cracks visible on the left and right thighs. More

Mali. A cast bronze lidded box with arched cover, raised equestrian figures, animal-form side handles, short feet, and incised decorative borders. The sides feature relief animal motifs, including a lizard or crocodile-like figure. In Dogon tradition, boxes like this are linked to status, ritual use, and symbolic storage, and may have held offerings, ritual materials, valuables, or sacred objects. Dimensions approximately 7 x 9 x 3 inches. In Very Good condition. Surface wear throughout, including oxidation, corrosion, abrasions, discoloration, and heavy accretive residue. Loss to the front edge measuring about 1 x 0.25 in. and to the rear about 1 x 0.5 in. Scattered dents, casting irregularities, edge wear, and small losses. More

West Africa: 20th century. Striking large-scale hand-carved wooden sculpture depicting a standing female figure emerging organically from a naturally shaped tree trunk. The artist has skillfully incorporated the contours, knots, voids, and grain of the wood into the composition, creating a powerful interplay between natural form and human representation. The figure features a serene downward gaze, stylized coiffure or head covering, and raised hand gesture, while the body remains partially enveloped within the original trunk, emphasizing themes of transformation and spiritual presence. Rich dark patination on the carved head and torso contrasts beautifully with the lighter natural wood surfaces, highlighting the sculptural details. The work possesses a strong modernist and folk-art sensibility, recalling both African-inspired carving traditions and contemporary organic sculpture. Mounted on a custom metal display stand. Dimensions: Approximately 41.5 in. x 7 in. x 7 in. Condition: Overall Good condition with attractive age and surface character. Natural knots, checks, voids, bark losses, drying cracks, and irregularities inherent to the original wood are present throughout and appear intentionally incorporated into the design. Scattered abrasions, minor losses, and surface wear consistent with age and handling. Mounted to a later metal display stand for stability. More

Burkina Faso: 20th century. Large carved wooden mask in the style of the Bwa peoples of Burkina Faso, featuring a broad oval face surmounted by dramatic ridged antelope-like horns. The mask is decorated in black and white pigments with geometric eye surrounds, a rectangular mouth, and stylized horn ornamentation. Such masks are associated with masquerade traditions that embody bush spirits and animal forms important to community ceremonial life. A visually powerful example of West African tribal art displaying strong sculptural presence and striking graphic design. Dimensions: Measures ~28 in. x 35 in. 4.5 in. Condition: Carved wood construction with age-related surface wear, scattered losses and abrasion to painted decoration, particularly on the horn tips and upper facial area. Surface accretions, minor chips, scratches, and expected wear from age and handling. More

Mali: Early 20th century. Striking traditional Bamana (Bambara) puppet figure from Mali, carved in wood and retaining its original textile costume, fiber tassels, beads, and shell adornments. The figure features a finely stylized female face with white-painted eyes, bold scarification marks, a prominent ridge nose, and an elaborate multi-crested coiffure characteristic of Bamana artistic traditions. Constructed with a carved head, hands, and legs attached to a simple internal armature concealed beneath a loose cloth garment, the piece was likely created for village performance, storytelling, or festival puppet traditions rather than as a static sculpture. Extensive surface wear, pigment loss, and age-darkened textiles attest to long use and handling, lending the figure an authentic presence and appealing patina. Dimensions: Measures ~35 in. x 8 in. 6 in. Condition: Surface exhibits expected age-related wear, including abrasions, paint loss, accumulated dust, and handling marks throughout. Textile garment is heavily worn with discoloration, fraying, seam separation, and losses along the edges. Minor wear and losses to fiber tassels and bead adornments at the ears. Wood shows scattered scratches, abrasions, and pigment loss but remains structurally sound. More

A Fijian carved wood flesh fork, commonly known as a cannibal fork, with four tapering prongs, incised cylindrical handle, fluted terminal, and fiber cord attachment. The object displays a dark polished surface with geometric carving and sculptural form. Dimensions: Approximately 17.5 x 3 inches In Very Good condition. Light surface wear, scratches, minor losses, and cord fraying. There’s a small chip at the tip of one of the prongs. More

A carved wooden antelope sculpture with an elongated split muzzle, raised head, and two upright horn-like projections. Chiwara figures are associated with agricultural symbolism, fertility, cultivation, and communal prosperity. The antelope form traditionally relates to farming, discipline, and the life-giving power of the earth. Small pierced holes along the muzzle and ears likely served for attachment, decoration, or mounting. Dimensions: Approximately 29 x 16 x 3.5 inches with the stand In Very Good condition. Light surface wear throughout, including scratches, small losses, fine cracks around the forehead, and light residue. Mounted on a later black metal stand for display. More

20th century. Yoruba Gelede helmet mask from Nigeria, carved in wood with an exceptionally elaborate openwork superstructure rising above a serene white-faced visage. The mask features narrow slit eyes, pronounced ears, traces of red pigment at the lips, and a dramatic coiffure embellished with concentric circular motifs highlighted in white and blue. The towering crest, composed of arched and wheel-like elements, reflects the imaginative sculptural traditions associated with Gelede masquerades honoring female spiritual power and ancestral wisdom. Richly patinated with evident age and use, the mask displays substantial character and strong visual presence, Dimensions: Measures ~18 in. x 7 in. x 10 in. Condition: Carved wood helmet mask displaying age-related wear throughout. Surface abrasion and scattered losses to painted decoration, particularly the white facial pigment. Visible shrinkage crack to the rear of the headdress, with minor chips and losses to several projecting elements of the elaborate crest. Scattered surface accretions, rubbing, and handling wear consistent with use. Retains traces of black, white, red, and blue pigments and presents well overall with a stable structure and attractive patina. [Oversized item. Additional postage necessary for expedited/international orders. Economy International shipping unavailable due to size/weight restrictions. For international/expedited customers, please inquire for rates]. More

Carved wooden anthropomorphic lock or locking mechanism, likely originating from the Dogon region of Mali. The figure is constructed around a horizontal sliding bolt and features a highly stylized human form with geometric head, recessed facial features, cylindrical torso, and simplified limbs. Traditional locks of this type were used on granaries and domestic structures and often incorporated protective symbolic imagery. The surface exhibits substantial age wear, patination, shrinkage cracking, and evidence of prolonged use. Mounted on a modern display base. Dimensions: Measures ~18 in. x 6.5 in. x 5.5 in. Condition: Overall good antique condition with substantial age and use wear. The wooden surface exhibits a dark, well-developed patina with scattered abrasions, scratches, and handling marks throughout. Expected shrinkage cracks and separations are present, particularly around joints and carved elements, consistent with age and the natural movement of the wood. Wear and rounding to edges, extremities, and projecting portions of the lock mechanism. Minor losses and surface erosion visible, especially to the feet and edges of the horizontal bolt. The internal lock cavities show use-related wear and accumulated patination. Mounted on a later custom display stand. More

Mali: Early 20th century. Hand-carved wooden stool depicting a seated ancestral figure with elongated facial features, incised scarification marks, and a tall crested coiffure. The figure forms the central support of the stool, standing on four short legs beneath a circular seat. Rich dark patina with evident age and handling wear throughout. Displays significant surface abrasion, age cracking, scattered losses, and other signs of long use consistent with traditional village carving. A striking example of West African sculptural furniture combining functional and ceremonial forms. Dimensions: Measures ~24 in. x 5 in. x 5 in. Condition: Heavy age and use wear throughout, including surface abrasions, scattered scratches, and areas of patina loss. Prominent age/shrinkage crack extending through the head and neck, visible from the rear. Additional shrinkage cracks, minor chips, and losses to extremities and seat supports. Surface shows accumulated wear, erosion, and handling marks consistent with long-term use. Structurally stable for display, with no apparent recent repairs observed. More

Early 20th century. Hand-carved standing female figure with red and black painted surface, scarification marks to the cheeks, and geometric decoration to the base. The figure displays a youthful, elongated form with expressive facial features and retains an attractive aged patina from use and handling. Mounted on a custom display stand. Believed to be colonial period; exact tribal attribution unknown; likely originating from West Africa, possibly Nigeria or neighboring Cameroon. Dimensions: Measures ~14.5 in. on 5.5 in. x 5.5 in. base Condition: Moderate surface wear. Loss of both arms. Scattered loss of paint throughout. More

Cameroon. Early carved wooden ancestor figure from the Grassfields region of western Cameroon, possibly Tikar or Bamileke. The sculpture depicts a standing male figure with pronounced ears, crest coiffure, bent arms, and elongated torso, retaining a heavily weathered surface and rich evidence of age and use. Carved from a single piece of wood, the figure displays substantial wear, insect activity, and losses to the lower extremities consistent with long-term ritual or domestic use. Dimensions: Measures ~22 in. x 6.5 in. x 5.25 in. Condition: In Good condition overall with moderate surface wear and age cracks. More

Nigeria. West African lost-wax cast bronze figure depicting a standing warrior or court official holding a spear and raised hand gesture, mounted atop a hollow bell-form base. Richly detailed with elaborate headdress, beaded collar, patterned garments, and geometric decoration throughout. The hollow square base with corner loops suggests use as a ceremonial bell, shrine object, or prestige item within a traditional West African context. Displays an attractive aged patina with substantial green and brown oxidation, surface wear, and evidence of long-term age. Likely originating from Nigeria, possibly within the Benin artistic tradition, though offered as an unidentified West African bronze. A striking ethnographic and decorative object with excellent display presence. Dimensions: Measures ~16.5 in. x 5 in. x 5 in. Condition: In Very Good condition overall with minor surface wear and age cracks (visible from underneath). More

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Early 20th Century. African carved wooden figural stool, likely Democratic Republic of the Congo, Luba/Hemba tradition, 20th century. Finely carved from a single piece of hardwood, the stool depicts a seated female figure with elongated proportions, expressive facial features, and hands raised to the mouth in a contemplative pose. The figure serves as the structural support for the seat, a form associated with prestige and ancestral imagery in Central African carving traditions. The sculpture retains a rich, dark patina with attractive surface wear from age and handling, along with scattered abrasions, minor losses, and stable age-related shrinkage cracks consistent with traditional use. Unlike many surviving examples, the stool remains structurally sound and free of significant insect damage, preserving its strong visual presence and display appeal. Dimensions: Measures ~22 in. x 7 in. x 7.5 in. Condition: In Good condition overall with minor surface wear and age cracks. More