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20% off masks, statues, and artifacts this October. Excludes items already reduced.

Our hand-carved African statues come from the carving traditions of West and Central Africa.

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  • Sale! African Ghana Ashanti Hand Carved Wooden Traditional Fertility Doll Statue

    Ashanti Fertility Doll (Large) – Bintu

    $88 $70.40

    Traditional hand carved Ashanti Fertility Doll

    Examine what is said, not who is speaking.

    Country: Ghana  //  Culture: Ashanti
    Material: Wood  //  Function: Fertility
    Dimensions: 36 x 15cm

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  • Sale! Individual or Set of Senufo Statues :: (Stat-IV-Senu-003/004)

    Individual or Set of Senufo Statues :: (Stat-IV-Senu-003/004)

    From $390

    Striking tall pair of  Senufu “Poro” figures from Ivory Coast.
    While the Senufo blacksmiths and professional sculptors carved countless small statues, generally under 30cm in height, those of larger size are relatively rare…
    These Statues can be bought individually or as a set of 2 (Male and Female).

    Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast
    Culture…………………………… Senufo
    Function……………………….. Guidance
    Dimensions……………………. 118 x 21 x 12cm

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  • Sale! ashanti doll

    Ashanti Fertility Doll (Large) #0012

    $88 $70.40

    Country: Ghana  //  Culture: Ashanti
    Material: Wood  //  Function: Fertility
    Dimensions: 36 x 15cm

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  • Sale! Ashanti Fertility Doll (Large) #0011

    Ashanti Fertility Doll (Large) #0011

    $88 $70.40

    Country: Ghana  //  Culture: Ashanti
    Material: Wood  //  Function: Fertility
    Dimensions: 36 x 15cm

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  • Sale! Ewe Voodoo Statue :: (stat-gh-ewe-0009)

    Ewe Voodoo Statue :: (stat-gh-ewe-0009)

    Original price was: $260.Current price is: $190.

    The word voodoo means “spirit of God.” Voodoo believers accept the existence of one god, below which are the powerful spirits often referred to as Loa. These powerful spirits are responsible for the daily matters in life in the areas of family, love, money, happiness, wealth, and revenge. Figure Details Country of Origin……………… Ghana Culture……………………………

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  • Sale! fante mask statue

    Ghana Fante Twin Head Statue :: (STAT-GH-FANTE-0007)

    $185 $148

    Ornate statue hand-carved from one piece of timber.
    Adorned with waist beads as a symbol of fertility and prosperity. 

    Country of Origin……………Ghana
    Culture………………………… Fante
    Function………………………..Fertility
    Dimensions……………………38 x 15 x 4cm

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  • Sale! Ibeji Twin Dolls :: (Stat-Nig-Ibeji-011)

    Ibeji Twin Dolls :: (Stat-Nig-Ibeji-011)

    $195 $156

    Ibeji twin statues hold deep cultural and spiritual significance in Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people.
    They represent the Ibeji, which means “twins” in the Yoruba language.
    Twins are highly revered in Yoruba culture and are believed to possess special spiritual powers.

    Country of Origin…………..Nigeria
    Culture………………………….. ..Yoruba
    Function……………………Remembrance, Honour, Protection & Prosperity
    Dimensions…………………32 x 15 x 10cm

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  • Sale! Ibeji Twin Dolls :: (Stat-Nig-Ibeji-010)

    Ibeji Twin Dolls :: (Stat-Nig-Ibeji-010)

    $195 $156

    Ibeji twin statues hold deep cultural and spiritual significance in Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people.
    They represent the Ibeji, which means “twins” in the Yoruba language.
    Twins are highly revered in Yoruba culture and are believed to possess special spiritual powers.

    Country of Origin…………..Nigeria
    Culture………………………….. Yoruba
    Function…………………….Remembrance, Honour, Protection & Prosperity
    Dimensions………………..31 x 15 x 10cm

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  • Sale! gabon statues

    Gabon Statue Pair:: (Stat-Gab-002)

    $395 $316

    Stunning pair of Gabonese fetish statues.
    Adorned with feathers and beads

    Country of Origin……………… Gabon
    Function……………………….. Decorative
    Dimensions……………………. 34 x 10 x 9cm

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  • Sale! lobi statue

    Lobi Statue :: (STAT-BF-LOBI-0002)

    $190 $152

    Petite and classic shaped Lobi statue featuring horse hair wrapped head.

    Country of Origin…………….. Burkina Faso
    Culture………………………… Lobi
    Function……………………….. Protection
    Dimensions……………………. 36 x 10 x 7cm

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  • Sale! lobi statue

    Lobi Statue :: (STAT-BF-LOBI-0001)

    Original price was: $280.Current price is: $220.

    Petite aged statue from Burkina Faso.
    Immaculate symmetry and form ….a real find

    Country of Origin…………….Burkina Faso
    Culture…………………………  Lobi
    Function……………………….. Protection and Fertility
    Dimensions……………………. 35 x 6 x 6cm

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  • Sale! Antique Dogon Statue :: (Stat-Mali-Dog-016)

    Antique Dogon Statue :: (Stat-Mali-Dog-016)

    $5,900 $4,720

    Rare ntique Dogon figurine from Mali

    Country of Origin…….……….. Mali
    Culture………………………… Dogon
    Function……………………….. Protection
    Dimensions…………………….52cm  x 15cm x 40cm

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FAQs

Our collection spans West and Central Africa, featuring statues from Burkina Faso, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mali, Nigeria, and Ghana. Each piece reflects the carving traditions and cultural heritage of its region.

From Burkina Faso, you’ll find Mossi and Lobi statues – often used in ancestor veneration and protection rituals. Gabon brings Fang reliquary figures with their elongated, minimalist forms, while Ivory Coast offers Baule and Senufo statues known for detailed ceremonial carving.

Mali contributes Dogon figures – some of the most iconic statues in African art, often depicting ancestors, spiritual beings, or fertility symbols. Nigerian statues include Yoruba carvings with expressive features and ceremonial significance.

Most of our statues are rooted in traditional forms tied to ritual, protection, healing, or storytelling. We also feature contemporary African pieces by individual carvers – still handmade using ancestral techniques, but with creative freedom rather than ceremonial function.

Quality comes down to three things: authentic regional carving, hardwood that ages well, and skilled craftsmanship.

What makes a statue authentic: African statues should come from their actual region of origin – not mass-produced copies or pieces carved in unrelated countries. We source statues carved by African artisans using methods passed down through generations, working with timber from their own regions.

Timber matters: Genuine hardwoods like iroko, mahogany, and ebony develop patina over time – surfaces deepen in colour, grain becomes more pronounced, natural oils bring out warmth. Softer woods or painted finishes don’t age the same way.

Bronze statues: Follow similar principles – genuine bronze is heavy and dense for its size, holds fine surface detail, and develops a natural patina over time. Lightweight pieces coated to look like bronze are a common shortcut – authentic bronze has a cold, solid feel that’s immediately noticeable.  
Every bronze statue in our collection is genuinely cast bronze, with that cold, solid feel that’s immediately noticeable. 


Craftsmanship to look for:
Balance and proportion – even if the style is abstract or stylized, the carving should feel intentional.
Tool marks and hand detailing – signs of individual craftsmanship, not factory production.
Natural surface – wood left to age naturally rather than stained or artificially distressed.

Traditional vs. contemporary: Traditional statues follow ancestral designs tied to ritual purposes – ancestor veneration, protection, healing, storytelling. Contemporary statues are creative works by individual carvers, still rooted in cultural tradition and handmade using traditional techniques, but with artistic freedom rather than ceremonial function.
Both approaches honor their origins. The difference is intent – one serves ritual function, the other celebrates artistic heritage.
Either way, the work reflects authentic carving traditions and genuine materials.


Beyond statues, we specialise in authentic African art and functional pieces carved using traditional techniques.

African masks – ceremonial and contemporary designs from West and Central Africa, including Bwa masks from Burkina Faso, Fang and Kwele masks from Gabon, and Baule masks from Ivory Coast.

Dogon doors – intricately carved wooden doors and window shutters from Mali’s Dogon people, featuring ancestral figures, crocodiles, and symbolic patterns. These were traditionally used to protect granaries and homes.

African stools – hand-carved ceremonial and functional stools, including Ashanti stools from Ghana and Baoule stools from Ivory Coast. Many feature symbolic carvings and serve as both seating and status symbols.

Barber boards – wooden carved signs traditionally displayed outside barbers and hairdressers across West Africa. These hand-painted boards feature striking portraits and graphic designs – folk art that’s both functional advertising and creative expression.

All pieces are sourced for authenticity, craftsmanship, and cultural accuracy.

We take great care in packing and sending all our Artefacts – these are fragile and rare pieces that demand the utmost care and consideration, so they arrive at their end destination in the same condition as when they left Africa.

Shipping costs and delivery timeframes are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.
We offer free shipping Australia-wide for orders over $90. Full details are available on our shipping page.

Two handcrafted African animal statues displayed on a timber bench in a modern home interior