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Image 1 — Collection of African Artifacts from the early 20th Century
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Collection of African Artifacts from the early 20th Century

Edited: After reading some comments and checking my family history, I see that the possible years are 1932 to sometime in the 60's. That's the timeframe my grandparents were in Swaziland. I was thinking 30's and 40's because that's when my dad was there, but I forgot that even though HE left in the late 40's, his parents stayed in south Africa for almost two more decades. I think some fo the knick-knack types of things were probably gifts from the natives to my grandparents (who never would have used the items).

What is the best way for me to sell my dad's collection of African artifacts from the 1930's? I need to downsize and I just can't keep everything. Here are some photos of some of the items. It's such a niche collection from south Africa from almost 100 years ago.

u/OQ_Laura — 11 days ago
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Bakongo Idol from DRC, dated early 1900.

It features some interesting bakelite adornments and shells as well as pieces of textiles offered to the idol. I think it's an interesting piece and felt like sharing a few pics.

u/MetocinaoMeravigliao — 12 days ago
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Nigerian Mahogany Wood Carving

Nigerian Mahogany Wood Carving

Inherited a wood carving, mahogany.

Bought in 1972 at Hamdala Hotel in Kaduna, Nigeria description on back says “carving of Oba of Benin with wives, soldiers and servants bearing royal insignias”

Any information?

u/Every-War5751 — 11 days ago
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Sculpture by L. O. Fakeye

When I was a little girl we lived in Nigeria (1960s). Dad has 3 sculptures by Fakeye and I he gave me one several years ago. I had it appraised by Charles Jones Africa Art about 15 years ago. I contacted them to see about selling it but have gotten no response. Any suggestions as to how to sell it? I have no children to pass it on to nor siblings

u/Far_Anything_7458 — 13 days ago