African Artworks on the Web

African Art Works on the Web is an exclusive Internet marketplace for collectors and consumers of contemporary African fine art and craft works. This site, unlike other African Art Websites, is a unique destination for specialized African artwork. To this end, we cater to a particular niche audience with keen interests in the acquisition of African artwork. We have a sophisticated and refined strategy of marketing and selling one-of-a kind African Art and Craft pieces, displayed on our site for a limited period of time. African Art Works on the Web focuses on limited sales of African paintings, wood carvings and raffia works direct from African artists, artisans and craftspeople. We focus on contemporary works of art and related pieces for the home and office markets.

Wood Carvings

Wood Carving is an old traditional craft that is still being practiced today by local craftspeople and artisans in Africa. Wood carving is the commonest and most popular form of artistic expression among Nigerians in the rain forest areas of the South. We showcase African Masks, whichwere and are still used in Africa in feritility, initiation rites, religious or funeral celebrations, and also theatrical or comic performances.

Paintings

Paintings in our collection are only contemporary pieces that are about 10 - 15 years old. Our focus is on Oil Painters and abstract paintings. We only collect abstracts because of the depth and craft of the work. Ocassionally, we might showcase the work of abstract painter who deals in realism. We hope to make you understand contemporary painting as there is history, tradition and extensive heritage in Africa.

Raffia Works

Raffia Works is a collection of various products made from raffia. Raffia is a 100% natural product obtained from the fronds of the raffia palm in most African countries and also in tropical areas of the world. The raffia palm regenerates itself and is environmentally friendly. It can be dyed to specific colors.

Jewelry

African Jewelry embodies the culture, beliefs, and location of its creators. African jewelry is known for its unique and intricate detail. Each piece is hand crafted, and no piece is exactly similar. It is full of the spirit and meaning of the people and has the personal touch of its artisan and jewelsmith.

Leather Works

Metalwork

Metalwork constitutes brass and iron. A great deal of figurines are created across the Sub-sahara region. embodies the culture, beliefs, and location of its creators. African jewelry is known for its unique and intricate detail. Each piece is hand crafted, and no piece is exactly similar. It is full of the spirit and meaning of the people and has the personal touch of its artisan and jewelsmith.