Fine African Art & Home Decor
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African Tribal Masks - a unique collection of Fine Authentic African Masks that you would not find anywhere else, great collector's pieces and gift items.
Unlike Western societies, the African cultures encouraged innovation and creativity both in style and form from their artists. Whether the art is a result of visual abstraction, diversity or imagery from dreams and nightmares, the creators of Africa masks were never without stimulation. In the West African tribes, art didn't sit on a pedestal - it was an expression of life forces at work, and the best examples of this are the colorful African masks.
Fine African Jewelry - Beautiful jewelry priced from under $20! as well as Designer ensembles available. Makes the perfect gift item!
Since prehistoric times, the vast continent of Africa has produced jewelry of great beauty and exceptional variety. Craftspeople in the great medieval kingdoms of Africa made rings, earrings, bracelets, and other ornaments out of gold, beads of shell and of glass. All of which have long been important elements of personal adornment all over Africa. Jewelry has also been used as a vehicle for religious symbols and to indicate social or economic status. Today's African jewelry echoes many traditional themes, often with modern materials.
African Art - a great place to find Authentic African Art painted by reputable African artists. Order oil paintings for your home, or as a gift!
When it comes to painting, no other culture combines the rigorous simplicity and spiritual abstraction of African art. You'll see the diversity of Africa's artists well represented in the exquisite Mossi figures, the quiet beauty of the Fang, the inspired fantasy of the Baule, the Dogon, the Lobi, the Bamana, the Senufo and so many more.
Fine African Sculptures - Intricate detail - ideal for home or office and makes great gifts!.
Handcrafted by our experienced African artisans using only sese wood (white wood) a Ghanaian wood known for its durability. There are also several sculptures carved out of Ghanaian white stone. Any one of these beautiful sculptures would make the perfect accent piece for home or office.
African Djembe Drum - Discover the beautiful sounds of Djembe. Also makes wonderful decorative pieces!
The unique sound of the African Diembe drums is as distinctive as the drum itself. Because of their goblet shape, the density of the wood, the internal carvings and the skin, each drum has a unique range of tones that the West African masters can create. Historically, these sounds have long been used to call for the hunt, to celebrate births and to spread the news of war across the land.
The history of the African Diembe is unique. It was an instrument of the Mandinka people, and is found in every land and tribe of West Africa. It's said that the Numu, or blacksmiths of the Mandinka, who began migrating across the land during the first millennium A.D, created the drum's unique shape. The diembe is a people's instrument. And while some instruments of the Mandinka nations and other people of West Africa often carried a class restriction on who could play them, the diembe was for the self-expression of anyone.
African Designer Leather Bags & Purses A great site for gifts for yourself, or for your mom, to inspire, encourage, and delight!
One of our most popular items, our beautiful leather bags and purses are modern in design, but uniquely African in effect. For style or for function, they're the perfect cultural accessories! Our Ghanaian designers are extremely proud of their handcrafted work on these leather designs, with eye-catch detail on every style. You simply won't find a collection like this anywhere - and it's yours exclusively from AfrikBoutik.com!
Traditional African Clothing - Exquisite Selection of Authentic African Clothing at affordable prices.
Our talented designers craft each article of clothing with pride and style. Whichever item you choose, you can be assured that you're buying the very best in authentic traditional African clothing. You'll find dashiki shirts, hats and more - in assorted sizes.
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Queen Abenaa
Unique Sculpture representing Queen Abenaa of the Abenaa tribe from Ghana with her new born prince. A great unique African Art piece that you can find only at AfrikBoutik.com. AfrikBoutik's Blog
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- I am a fan of African arts. a few pictures on your lens would be great!
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