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 TH1994 Rare Most Fabulous Art Nouveau Majolica Surfing Shoreline Tile Wedgwood $157.98 Time Remaining: 29d 33m Buy It Now for only: $157.98 |
 Rare Antique Indigo Blue J J G Low Art Tile 1887 $65.00 Time Remaining: 3h 40m |
 RARE 1900s Art Nouveau Ceiling 3 Light Fixture Vintage Puffy Shades Wisteria OLD $125.00 Time Remaining: 12d 4h 32m Buy It Now for only: $125.00 |
 TH1773 Rare Antique Art Nouveau Blue and White Transfer Print Tile c1905 $94.79 Time Remaining: 29d 1h Buy It Now for only: $94.79 |
 VINTAGE CHROME SLOAN ACT O MATIC SHOWER HEAD RARE ART DECO BEAUTIFUL $75.00 Time Remaining: 4d 6h 10m Buy It Now for only: $75.00 |
 LOVELY ART NOUVEAU GINKO LEAF TILE SET OF 3 by HELMAN RARE $295.80 Time Remaining: 9d 3h 18m Buy It Now for only: $295.80 |
 vintage antique lantern light iron rare early 1900s ornate art deco fixture $30.26 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 4h 44m |
 Rare Vintage Art Deco Drawer Pulls Burgundy Bakelite Chrome Cabinet Knobs $4.99 Time Remaining: 20d 17h 43m Buy It Now for only: $4.99 |
 RARE ANTIQUE ART DECO FRENCH DOOR RIM LOCK OPENING MECHANISM with HANDLE $23.68 Time Remaining: 26d 16h 21m Buy It Now for only: $23.68 |
 Fine Art Sculpture Rare Ghost Orchid Giant Sphinx Moth Mantle Piece Quaint Uniqu $6,500.00 Time Remaining: 28d 4h 32m Buy It Now for only: $6,500.00 |
 Fabulous and Rare Design Art Nouveau Tile $50.00 Time Remaining: 2d 8h 51m Buy It Now for only: $50.00 |
 TH1621 Very Rare Art Nouveau Transfer Print Tile c1905 $94.79 Time Remaining: 29d 1h 5m Buy It Now for only: $94.79 |
 GENUINE ART DECO LIGHT FITTING VERY STYLISH ORIGINAL SHADES VERY RARE $3.84 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 1h 26m |
 1930s EXTREME RARE aRT DECO ceiling light fixture CHANDELIER glass $2,600.00 Time Remaining: 2d 12h 21m Buy It Now for only: $2,600.00 |
 RARE ANTIQUE MISSION ARTS AND CRAFTS PORCH CARMEL GLASS LIGHT SCONCES $375.00 Time Remaining: 6h 53m Buy It Now for only: $375.00 |
 Rare Art Deco Design Art glass Entrance door $300.00 Time Remaining: 15d 23h 5m Buy It Now for only: $300.00 |
 Divine Rare Beauty Lincoln Slip Shade Bowl 6lite Antique Art Deco 30s Chandelier $675.00 Time Remaining: 6d 1h 18m Buy It Now for only: $675.00 |
 RARE Signed DEGUE French Art Deco Red Floral on Vasque Ceiling Shade Fixture $399.00 Time Remaining: 4d 4h 12m |
 RARE ANTIQUE FRENCH IRON DOOR KNOB ART DECO 1930 $25.00 Time Remaining: 7d 17h 46m Buy It Now for only: $25.00 |
 Sgnd Virden 30s Art Deco RARE White Frosted Antique Glass Slip Shade Chandelier $999.00 Time Remaining: 27d 21h 52m Buy It Now for only: $999.00 |
 Awesome Rare Antique Art Deco drawer pulls Circa 19303 on center $29.95 Time Remaining: 7d 21h 46m Buy It Now for only: $29.95 |
 BEAUTIFUL ART NOUVEAU ROSE TILE by HELMAN RARE $84.50 Time Remaining: 16d 4h 28m Buy It Now for only: $84.50 |
 Old Antique Shutter Dog woman hat cast iron hair rare french girl Art Deco $55.00 Time Remaining: 9d 20h 46m Buy It Now for only: $55.00 |
 RARE ART DECO FANCY CUSTARD GLASS SCONCE LIGHT SLIP SHADE HOOD GORGEOUS DECORE $10.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 3h 39m |
 Old Antique Shutter Dog woman with crown cast iron hair rare Roman girl Art Deco $57.02 Time Remaining: 9d 21h 13m Buy It Now for only: $57.02 |
 Antique Art Deco Milk Glass blue Globe Light Shade 1920s Rare Vintage $139.00 Time Remaining: 25d 2h 23m Buy It Now for only: $139.00 |
 ENGLISH ART DECO LEAPING GAZELLES RARE PAIR ALUMINIUM BALUSTRADES 1930S $4,739.40 Time Remaining: 16d 21h 33m Buy It Now for only: $4,739.40 |
 RARE MAGNIFICENT ART NOUVEAU FLORAL STAINED GLASS ENTRANCEHALL SET $9,749.35 Time Remaining: 19d 20h 51m Buy It Now for only: $9,749.35 |
 TH1988 Tremendous Very Rare Arts Crafts Tile Sherwin Cotton c1900 $44.23 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 3d 22h 48m |
 Old Antique Shutter Dog woman hat hair rare french girl Art Deco exceptional $63.02 Time Remaining: 9d 21h 1m Buy It Now for only: $63.02 |
 Rare Vintage Art Deco Cast Iron Lawn Sprinkler arrow metal antique industrial $89.99 Time Remaining: 25d 20h 20m Buy It Now for only: $89.99 |
 Two Pair Art Deco Pendant Lights w Milk Glass Shades Black Ring Details Rare $1,750.00 Time Remaining: 9d 2h 16m Buy It Now for only: $1,750.00 |
 Iron Sconces Candle Holder Wall Rustic Decor Light Lamp Chic Vtg Pr Old Rare Art $59.99 Time Remaining: 24d 15h 42m Buy It Now for only: $59.99 |
 RARE ART DECO VICTORIANCAST IRON FLUSH CHANDELIER CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE 20s $390.00 Time Remaining: 27d 23h 51m Buy It Now for only: $390.00 |
 RARE Important ARTS CRAFTS Porcelain Tile HOWELL JAMES c1877 $78.97 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 6m |
 Old Antique Shutter Dog woman hat braided hair rare french girl Art Deco $49.00 Time Remaining: 9d 19h 25m Buy It Now for only: $49.00 |
 1920 VERY RARE ART NOUVEAU VIENNESE DOOR BOLT DOOR LATCH LOCK HOFFMANN LOOS $159.00 Time Remaining: 25d 18h 39m Buy It Now for only: $159.00 |
 VINTAGE LIGHT Art Deco MUSEUM QUALITY Rare Rare $3,500.00 Time Remaining: 7d 4h 34m Buy It Now for only: $3,500.00 |
 RARE Old Cast Iron Hubley Door Knocker Girl with Long Hair Bow Art Deco $199.99 Time Remaining: 26d 16h 19m Buy It Now for only: $199.99 |
 RARE EGYPTIAN ART DECO CARVED ORNATE BRASS PAIR SWAG LIGHT FIXTURES 2 PC $350.00 Time Remaining: 7h Buy It Now for only: $399.99 |
 BEAUTIFUL original French Glass Slip Shades Art Deco Rare Floral Motif $325.00 Time Remaining: 23d 7h 38m Buy It Now for only: $325.00 |
 RARE ART DECO VICTORIANCAST IRON FLUSH CHANDELIER CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE 20s $385.00 Time Remaining: 22d 1h 3m Buy It Now for only: $385.00 |
 1920 VERY RARE ART NOUVEAU VIENNESE DOOR CHAIN DOOR LOCK HOFFMANN LOOS $290.00 Time Remaining: 25d 18h 39m Buy It Now for only: $290.00 |
 Rare Antique Arts Crafts Era Peck Stow Wilcox Andirons $575.00 Time Remaining: 28d 3h 10m Buy It Now for only: $575.00 |
 Vintage Art Deco Lawn Sprinkler Airplane Propeller Shape Rare Tall One Signed $149.99 Time Remaining: 15d 2h 43m Buy It Now for only: $149.99 |
 RARE antique AMBER KALEIDOSCOPE prism tile machine age industrial art deco glass $9.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 5d 9h 10m |
 RARE 1930s ART DECO BAROVIER VENINI CRYSTAL GLASS CHANDELIER CEILING LIGHT $394.95 Time Remaining: 11d 18h 21m Buy It Now for only: $394.95 |
 2 old vintage Key in metal art deco very rare very cute jewel $15.00 Time Remaining: 29d 12h 37m Buy It Now for only: $15.00 |
 BEAUTIFUL ART NOUVEAU ROSE TILE by HELMAN RARE $84.50 Time Remaining: 16d 4h 29m Buy It Now for only: $84.50 |
 STUNNING RARE ORIGINAL FRENCH ART NOUVEAU HAND PAINTED SPLASH BACK $126.37 Time Remaining: 14d 17h 43m Buy It Now for only: $126.37 |
 Art Nouveau Majolica RARE 9 X 4 1 2 LOW RELIEF TILE $56.00 Time Remaining: 3d 3h 19m Buy It Now for only: $56.00 |
 A Delightful and Rare Antique Art Deco SOUTHWOLD JACK Door Knocker c1930s $15.78 Time Remaining: 4d 23h 26m |
 RARE LARGE ART DECO ANTIQUE FRENCH IRON TRANSOM $292.50 Time Remaining: 10d 23h 14m Buy It Now for only: $292.50 |
 EIGHT Arts Crafts lights Extraordinary Rare EIGHT $2,550.00 Time Remaining: 25d 19h 53m Buy It Now for only: $2,550.00 |
 Remarkable Rare Art Deco PORCELIER Newly wired $350.00 Time Remaining: 13d 2h 5m Buy It Now for only: $350.00 |
 Rare 16 Art Deco Waterfall Wooden Drawer Pull w Under Grip $35.00 Time Remaining: 27d 16h 58m Buy It Now for only: $35.00 |
 A VERY RARE VINTAGE NOS CORD GRIP BRASS LAMPHOLDER 1930S ART DECO NOUVEAU B22 $12.62 Time Remaining: 1d 23h 25m |
 GOLTONE RARE VINTAGE ART DECO BAKELITE LIGHT SWITCH 2WAY $34.68 Time Remaining: 13d 23h 21m Buy It Now for only: $34.68 |
 Estate Chandelier RARE 5 SIDE MOUNT SLIP GLASS Slip Shades Art Deco EXQUISITE $1,299.00 Time Remaining: 23d 2h 58m Buy It Now for only: $1,299.00 |
 20s ART DECO RARE Large Carved Pilaster Columns for Doorway Side Accents $2,900.00 Time Remaining: 5d 7h 32m Buy It Now for only: $2,900.00 |
 Rare 1930s Art Deco Chandelier Opalescent Lampshade $320.00 Time Remaining: 10d 22h 4m Buy It Now for only: $320.00 |
 RARE FRENCH ART NOUVEAU TABLE LAMP 1910 PATE DE VERRE BRONZE SIGNED RETHONDES $455.00 Time Remaining: 7d 11h 39m Buy It Now for only: $455.00 |
 Antique Art Nouveau Majolica Tulip Tiles Inverse Colour Pair c1900 Rare $47.39 Time Remaining: 6d 23h 58m |
 RARE ART NOUVEAU LEAVES BERRIES STAINED GLASS WINDOW $1,949.35 Time Remaining: 29d 16h 35m Buy It Now for only: $1,949.35 |
 RARE FIVE COLORS MACEY ART DECO MAJOLICA TILE $14.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 44m Buy It Now for only: $14.99 |
 RARE VTG ART DECO ITALIAN TOLE WROUGHT IRON SCONCE CHANDELIER LIGHT FIXTURE $525.00 Time Remaining: 8d 18h 57m Buy It Now for only: $525.00 |
 ART DECO STAINED GLASS WINDOWS ENGLISH RARE TREES AMAZING $4,199.30 Time Remaining: 22d 11h 38m Buy It Now for only: $4,199.30 |
 TH1964 Pretty and Bright Rare Antique Art Nouveau Majolica Tile Boote c1905 $56.87 Time Remaining: 4d 38m |
 RARE ORGANIC ANTIQUE CHANDELIER VINTAGE OLD ARTS CRAFTS CRAFTSMAN MISSION ERA $900.00 Time Remaining: 2d 14h 11m Buy It Now for only: $900.00 |
 RARE ANTIQUE VOLKMAR ARTS CRAFTS TILE $40.00 Time Remaining: 3d 2h 54m Buy It Now for only: $40.00 |
 FABULOUS RESTORED VINTAGE ART DECO SLIP SHADE CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE rare to find $775.00 Time Remaining: 12d 21h 37m Buy It Now for only: $775.00 |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE MA06 $34.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 46m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE MA08 $34.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 46m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 Beautiful Rare Art Deco Chandelier France 1930s Rose Decor $299.00 Time Remaining: 5d 6h 9m |
 Antique Art Nouveau Jeweled Stained Glass Window rare oval window $1,550.00 Time Remaining: 8d 21h 52m Buy It Now for only: $1,550.00 |
 041 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA 1 TILE $34.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 52m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 RARE ART NOUVEAU FLORAL ANTIQUE STAINED GLASS WINDOW $1,119.30 Time Remaining: 8d 11h 25m Buy It Now for only: $1,119.30 |
 Rare Waterlily Art Nouveau Tile $50.00 Time Remaining: 15d 9h 43m Buy It Now for only: $50.00 |
 A Delightful and Rare Antique Art Deco JERSEY Door Knocker c1930s Cows Milkmaid $15.78 Time Remaining: 5d 22h 29m |
 Set of 6 rare antique wooden knob sets w bronze rosettes Arts Crafts $1,250.00 Time Remaining: 5d 1h 27m Buy It Now for only: $1,250.00 |
 RARE ART NOUVEAU STYLE DOOR PLATE EYECATCHER MUST SEE $168.00 Time Remaining: 12h 9m Buy It Now for only: $168.00 |
 Rare Art Nouveau Tile $50.00 Time Remaining: 22d 8h 47m Buy It Now for only: $50.00 |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE MA02 $39.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 45m Buy It Now for only: $39.99 |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE MA05 $34.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 45m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 Genuine Antique Majolica Art Nouveau Mackintosh Rose Tile c1900 Rare $23.70 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 6d 20h 45m |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE 1 $37.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 44m Buy It Now for only: $37.99 |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE E $39.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 45m Buy It Now for only: $39.99 |
 RARE ART NOUVEAU FLORAL ANTIQUE STAINED GLASS WINDOW $1,399.30 Time Remaining: 2d 9h 17m Buy It Now for only: $1,399.30 |
 Sensational and rare Malkin Art Nouveau Tile $160.00 Time Remaining: 3d 5h 16m Buy It Now for only: $160.00 |
 Art Nouveau Lily Glass Shades Rare Set of 5 $99.00 Time Remaining: 5d 5h 48m |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE L $38.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 45m Buy It Now for only: $38.99 |
 AMAZING RARE ARTS CRAFTS PAIR STAINED GLASS WINDOWS $2,599.35 Time Remaining: 21d 22h 15m Buy It Now for only: $2,599.35 |
 RARE FLORAL SET OF 3 ART NOUVEAU STAINED GLASS WINDOWS $2,599.35 Time Remaining: 15d 11h 33m Buy It Now for only: $2,599.35 |
 STUNNING RARE YELLOW MACKINTOSH ROSE ART NOUVEAU STAINED GLASS WINDOW $1,259.30 Time Remaining: 20d 12h 36m Buy It Now for only: $1,259.30 |
 AMAZING RARE ART NOUVEAU FLORAL STAINED GLASS WINDOW $1,119.30 Time Remaining: 6d 20h 20m Buy It Now for only: $1,119.30 |
 2 MOST UNUSUAL OLD FIRES BUILT IN CLOCKS VERY RARE FIREPLACES ART DECO $1.56 Time Remaining: 9d 3h 8m |
 RARE FLOWER ART NOUVEAU MAJOLICA TILE D $34.99 Time Remaining: 16d 19h 45m Buy It Now for only: $34.99 |
 STAINED GLASS WINDOW ENGLISH ART NOUVEAU LEAVES RONDEL RARE $979.30 Time Remaining: 12d 18h 24m Buy It Now for only: $979.30 |
 AMAZING RARE SET OF 5 ART NOUVEAU STAINED GLASS WINDOWS $1,949.35 Time Remaining: 28d 20h 35m Buy It Now for only: $1,949.35 |
 RARE AMAZING ART NOUVEAU SET OF 4 STAINED GLASS WINDOWS $2,599.35 Time Remaining: 6d 19h 31m Buy It Now for only: $2,599.35 |
African Tribal Art- All About Beauty and Simplicity
Art plays an important role in the lives of the various tribal communities of Africa. Starting from birth to death, every occasion of human life is represented in some form of art. This universalism of African tribal art makes it popular even in the midst of an art world dominated by renowned contemporary artists in a highly modernised and urban society.
Tribal art is manifested in various forms such as original paintings, jewellery, masks or pottery items. The uniqueness of African tribal art lies in the fact that it has a unique significance and is not intended simply as an item of beautification.
African masks, statues and original paintings have an inherent meaning and every possible step is taken by contemporary artists of African tribal art to keep that essence alive for future generations. The beauty and simplicity of this ethnic art form compels many people to build their own private collections of art pieces.
However, you need both time and money if you are passionate about collecting these pieces. Collecting rare African art crafts can be fulfilling and challenging. Here are some valuable tips for African tribal art collectors:
Analyze the piece
If you are buying an item of art from a museum, you can check the finer details of it then and there. If you are buying from any online art gallery, make sure you are dealing with a reputed gallery with genuine credentials. During delivery check the piece properly. That would also help you to find out whether it has been well cared for or not.
Ethnical provenance
It is important to know the ethnical provenance of the art piece as there is a lot of difference between the art forms of various regions. Moreover, depending upon the region, the art of different tribes come in different price ranges.
Lineage
Tribal art is as old as the civilisation. The older the art piece, the higher is its value in the market. For instance, to purchase an African tribal art piece that dates back to the thirties, you would need to do a lot of research and pay a much higher price.
Maintenance
To keep the glory of any tribal art piece intact for a long duration, it needs proper maintenance. Always remember that extensive restoration at times leads to the decrease in the value of a particular piece.
The ‘Rare’ factor
All tribal art collectors have a desire to possess some rare art pieces in their collections. For finding an authentic, collectable-quality rare piece of art, you need to have an eye for quality and scarcity. Finding a rare piece is not that easy but if you search properly, you can come across some such pieces.
Dimension
Tribal art pieces come in a wide range of sizes and shapes. If you are a true lover of art, size must not matter to you much. What actually should matter is the rarity of the art piece and its quality aspect.
Auction prices
At auctions, buyers many a time bid on emotions which sometimes leads to a much higher price for a particular piece. In reality, the particular piece may not actually be of such high value. Higher prices do not necessarily guarantee superior quality. In that respect, buying from an art gallery, either online or offline saves you from the rigours of bidding and the price tag is also realistic.
African tribal art pieces are definitely a collector’s item. If you want to add some pieces to your collection, browse around reputed galleries and keep in mind these above mentioned tips.
About the Author
Tony Chalmers is a travel journalist who has written many insightful articles on African paintings which have been published in newspapers, magazines and web mags. He is also a collector and a proud owner of some beautiful original paintings of Africa which he picked up from an online art gallery.
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