{"title":"Decorative Objects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"vintage-bronze-mini-lion-mali-copy","title":"Vintage Bronze Mini Lion, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage African mini lion. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1960's\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075545162091,"sku":"ab01711","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/MINILION.jpg?v=1775683658"},{"product_id":"bronzerabbit","title":"Vintage Bronze Rabbit","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eA vintage handmade bronze rabbit from Mali, dating to the mid-century. Small cast figures of this kind were used as gold weights in trade; Ashanti gold weights are also known as Mbramoo and were used to measure gold and gold dust. This rabbit may be an example of that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609493430635,"sku":"ab00302","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/Screenshot_2026-08-28_at_1.03.05_PM.png?v=1787947450"},{"product_id":"lilrustyhippo","title":"Vintage Bronze L'il Hippo with Rusty Patina","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eA small handmade bronze hippo from Mali, finished with a dark oxidized surface and rusty patina. Dating to the mid-century period, it was used as a trade weight for gold and gold dust. Ashanti gold weights, also known as Mbramoo, were traditionally cast in figurative forms; this piece may be an example of that practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609504637291,"sku":"ab00456","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/lilHippo_02.webp?v=1785013920"},{"product_id":"minihippo","title":"Vintage Bronze Mini Hippo","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small hand-cast bronze hippopotamus from Mali, dating to the 1960s. It was used as a trade weight for gold and gold dust. Also known as Mbramoo, Ashanti gold weights often took the form of animals and everyday objects; this piece may be an example of that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609505423723,"sku":"ab01713","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/Screenshot_2024-11-23_at_5.14.26_E2_80_AFPM.webp?v=1785013950"},{"product_id":"monkeybanana","title":"Vintage Bronze Monkey with Banana in Hand","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eA vintage handmade bronze monkey, cast on all fours with a banana held in hand. Made in Mali during the mid-century period, the piece was used as a weight in the trade of gold and gold dust. Ashanti gold weights, also known as Mbramoo, were made in a wide range of figurative forms; this example may be an Ashanti gold weight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609505522027,"sku":"ab00258","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/MonkeyBanana.webp?v=1785013954"},{"product_id":"oxidizeddarkpig","title":"Vintage Oxidized Dark Bronze Pig","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eA small pig cast in dark, oxidized bronze, handmade in Mali during the mid-century period. Objects of this kind were used as gold weights in trade; Ashanti gold weights, also known as Mbramoo, were used to measure gold and gold dust. This piece may be an example of that tradition, with a compact form and softened surface shaped by age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609507291499,"sku":"ab00159","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/PIG.webp?v=1785013976"},{"product_id":"porcupine","title":"Vintage Bronze Porcupine","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eA vintage handmade bronze sculpture of a porcupine, finished with a dark patina. Made in Mali in the mid-century period, it was used as a gold weight for trade. Ashanti gold weights, also known as Mbramoo, were used to measure gold and gold dust; this piece may be an example of that tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609508602219,"sku":"ab00142","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/PORCUPINE.webp?v=1785013992"},{"product_id":"vintageoxidizedewe","title":"Vintage Oxidized Bronze Ewe","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in Mali in the 1960s, this oxidized bronze ewe was used as a trade weight for gold and gold dust. Its compact, sculptural form reflects the animal figures associated with Ashanti gold weights, also known as Mbramoo. A small object with a clear sense of use and history, it carries the softened patina of age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53609516499307,"sku":"ab00176","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/Screenshot_2024-11-23_at_2.15.37_E2_80_AFPM.webp?v=1785014145"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-baby-elephant","title":"Vintage African Elephant","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade bronze baby elephant with a dark, iron-like patina. Circa mid-20th century and possibly older, this compact sculpture measures approximately 2.5\" × 2\" × 1.25\". It may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight (Mbramoo), objects historically used to measure gold and gold dust. Each piece is unique; subtle differences in finish, dimensions, and small imperfections reflect age and handwork. As a vintage item it may show signs of wear. Multiples are offered under a single parent listing, so the photographed example may not be the exact piece received.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673339388267,"sku":"ab00156","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_51e0b4d5-d51c-43f3-8681-41560cbb4e1e.jpg?v=1786038581"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-boar-pendant","title":"Vintage Bronze Boar, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small bronze pendant shaped as a boar. This vintage African piece is dated to an estimated 1960s and measures approximately .5\" x 2\" x 1\". The surface shows a natural patina and light wear consistent with age, lending subtle texture and character to the compact silhouette. As a vintage object it may display the marks of previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673340961131,"sku":"ab01804","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_43a6f3bc-740b-4ffa-a321-64d23f6bce46.jpg?v=1786038601"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-casting-of-boar","title":"Vintage African Bronze Casting of Boar","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact mid‑20th‑century African bronze or brass casting of a boar. Handmade and hand‑finished, the piece reads as a small sculptural object and may also be an example of an Ashanti gold weight (Mbramoo), a form historically used in the measuring of gold and gold dust. Measuring approximately 2.5\" x 1.5\" x 1\", the surface shows the wear and subtle variations consistent with vintage metalwork. This listing covers one‑of‑a‑kind handmade items; multiples offered under the parent may differ slightly in finish, dimensions, and small imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673341157739,"sku":"ab00119","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_6866dcbd-8069-4701-8448-17ed318fff76.jpg?v=1786038604"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-crocodile-pendant","title":"Vintage African Bronze Crocodile Charm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage African crocodile rendered in bronze, presented as a small wearable pendant. Estimated from the 1960s, the piece measures approximately 1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673341452651,"sku":"ab01783","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_4b806936-3f05-472e-9c59-a1a05ff38218.jpg?v=1786038608"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-elephant-pendant","title":"Vintage African Bronze Elephant","description":"\u003cp\u003eCast in bronze, this vintage African pendant takes the form of a small elephant. Estimated to date from the 1960s, the piece measures approximately 1\" × 2\" × 1.5\". The surface shows signs of age and use consistent with vintage wear; the scale and weight make it suitable as a wearable charm or small ornament. Item ID: ab01802.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673342108011,"sku":"ab00508","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_6e27eb96-9271-40d3-9281-6eca8180bef5.jpg?v=1786038612"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-giraffe-12-and-newborn-babe","title":"Vintage African Bronze Giraffe Family","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade bronze, mid-20th century (possibly older): a vintage African giraffe cast with the irregularities and surface patina that mark handwork and time. The larger figure measures approximately 5.5\" × 12\" × 2\"; this offering is often paired with a smaller newborn companion, though each example is unique. Expect evidence of age and use consistent with vintage condition. Multiple variations exist in our stock; please contact us for additional photographs of the exact piece you will receive. Item ID: AB00384.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673343549803,"sku":"VIN-003","price":394.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_0a37513d-adfd-4e37-a794-7971ef44fd93.jpg?v=1786038619"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-giraffe-6","title":"Vintage African Bronze Giraffe 8\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage handmade African bronze giraffe, circa mid-20th century (possibly older). A small-scale tabletop sculpture, each piece is individually formed so no two are identical. The patina and surface show signs of age and use consistent with vintage condition; individual examples will vary. If you would like photographs of the exact item before purchase, please contact us. Size: 1.5\" x 3.5\" x 8\". Item ID: ab01143.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673343648107,"sku":"ab01143","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_f2517978-693c-4a64-a7f3-8fa8e3973fb4.jpg?v=1786038621"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-giraffe-8","title":"Vintage African Bronze Giraffe 8\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandcast in a bronze alloy, this mid‑20th‑century African giraffe is a compact, handmade sculpture with a subtly irregular silhouette and surface patina. Each figure is individually formed—no two are identical—so scale and finish vary. Measures approximately 6\" × 2.5\" × 1.5\". As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use; photographs represent an example and the piece shipped may differ slightly. Sold individually; please contact us if you would like additional images of the specific item available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673344172395,"sku":"ab00914","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_42633447-3a60-4e88-82ab-42335bf9ee3c.jpg?v=1786038622"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-impala-pendant","title":"Vintage African Bronze Impala","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade African bronze impala pendant, dated to the mid‑20th century or possibly earlier. The compact cast form (approximately 0.5\" × 1.5\" × 1.5\") shows the subtle irregularities and tooling marks of individual handwork. As a vintage object it may exhibit surface wear and signs of age; those variations are part of each piece and mean no two are identical. Suitable to wear as a pendant or to display among other vintage African animal sculptures. Contact us for additional photographs of the exact item available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673344729451,"sku":"ab01798","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_ed5cea57-c6d9-42ef-8789-d57c9c918b4c.jpg?v=1786038627"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-left-facing-alert-gazelle","title":"Vintage African Bronze Left Facing Alert Gazelle","description":"\u003cp\u003eCast in bronze and fashioned by hand in Africa, this vintage gazelle holds an alert, left‑facing stance. Dating to the mid‑20th century or earlier, the compact figure (1.5\" × 4\" × 6\") shows individual variations and tool marks from the casting process; no two pieces are identical. Surface patina and minor wear are consistent with age and use. Multiple similar examples exist—photographs may vary, and additional images are available on request. Item ID: ab00608\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673345057131,"sku":"ab00608","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_6658a403-8b9d-4712-afaa-9add77a1573e.jpg?v=1786038629"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-ostrich","title":"Vintage African Bronze Ostrich","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in medium bronze and dating to the mid‑20th century (possibly older), this small ostrich figurine bears the irregularities and surface patina of a handworked, vintage object. At 2\" × 2.5\" × 5\", the piece is compact but articulated in form, with subtle variances in finish and proportion that mark each example as unique. Offered singly within a parent listing of similar sculptures, individual items may show signs of age and use and can vary slightly in finish, dimensions, or gender representation (male or female may be substituted).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673345319275,"sku":"ab00581","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_04b29994-32e7-48c6-8102-9ab5f3185a33.jpg?v=1786038633"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-bronze-turtle-pendant","title":"Vintage Bronze Turtle Charm, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-forged from African bronze, this mid–20th-century abstract pendant reads both sculptural and elemental. The small, asymmetrical form bears the subtle marks of handwork and age—soft patina, tooling irregularities, and a lived surface that speaks to its history. Vintage condition may show signs of wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant measures approximately 1.5\" × 2\" × 1\". As a vintage object from the 1960's, it may show signs of age and use consistent with decades of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346367851,"sku":"ab01743","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_7c9a377b-d594-45fd-8896-21b1fa1e9a8f.jpg?v=1786038644"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-dark-bronze-circle-back-turtle","title":"Vintage African Bronze Circle Back Turtle","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade dark bronze, this compact circle‑back turtle dates to the mid‑20th century or possibly earlier. The small figural form measures 1.5\" × 2.5\" × 1\" and shows the surface patina and subtle irregularities of a vintage object. It may be an Ashanti Mbramoo (gold weight), historically used to measure gold and gold dust, which gives the piece both cultural and functional context. Photographs show one example from stock; individual items may vary. Item ID: ab00785\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346466155,"sku":"ab01706","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_d1c8d18b-1294-4356-9fe6-ae51352c77e2.jpg?v=1786038646"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-dark-bronze-scorpion","title":"Vintage African Dark Bronze Scorpion","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small, handmade African scorpion cast in dark bronze, likely mid‑20th century or older. The figure’s low, compact form and handworked finish reveal subtle surface variations and evidence of age; no two examples are identical. It measures 1.5\" x 2.25\" x 1.25\" and is offered in vintage condition, which may include patina and wear consistent with use. Multiple examples exist—please request additional photographs if you would like to see the specific piece to be sent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346695531,"sku":"ab01121","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_4009d4e4-8667-4d37-ae2e-06d908e42e9c.jpg?v=1786038649"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-dark-bronze-smooth-backed-monkey-with-banana","title":"Vintage African Dark Bronze Smooth Backed Monkey with Banana","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade in dark bronze, this smooth‑backed monkey holds a small banana and reads as a quietly sculptural study of form. Circa mid‑20th century (possibly earlier), each example is individually made so scale, surface, and patina vary from piece to piece. Size: 1\" x 2\" x 1.5\". As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use; please contact us if you would like additional photographs of the exact item available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346859371,"sku":"ab01130","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_9f3e6ed2-25f1-4997-b478-53e6f8e3b6c3.jpg?v=1786038652"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-dark-oxidized-bronze-ewe","title":"Vintage African Dark Oxidized Bronze Ewe","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade dark, oxidized bronze shapes this small vintage African ewe, likely mid‑20th century or older. The compact figure bears a subdued patina and subtle variations in form and finish—no two are identical. Measures 1\" × 2.5\" × 2\". As a vintage piece it may show signs of age and use; you may receive an example that differs slightly from the photograph. If you would like additional images of the specific item available, please contact us before purchase. Item ID: ab00688.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346924907,"sku":"ab00177","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_14c09cb5-f314-440b-864e-7d4423114728.jpg?v=1786038654"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-dusty-bronze-mini-rhino","title":"Vintage African Dusty Bronze Mini Rhino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small cast bronze rhino, finished with a low, dusty patina that reads as age rather than polish. Hand‑made and vintage—date estimated to the 1960s—this diminutive figural retains subtle surface wear consistent with long use. Approximate measurements: .25\" x 2\" x 1\". The listing covers multiples sold together under a single parent entry; the piece you receive may vary slightly in finish, dimension, or minor imperfection, and occasionally a male or female example may be substituted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673346990443,"sku":"ab01708","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/2bfe4b06a7941a5c758422ed0e5813ea6901efd774b4e2713a957e80a25f612d.webp?v=1787523454"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-frog-figurine","title":"Vintage African Frog Figurine","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade vintage African frog figurine. Circa late mid‑20th century, though possibly older, this small sculpture shows the irregularities of handwork: subtle differences in proportion, surface treatment, and finish make each example distinct. Offered individually from a group of similar pieces; the photographed item may not be the exact piece you receive. As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use. Dimensions: approximately 1.5\" × 2\" × 1\".\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673347383659,"sku":"ab02028","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_f8bc6265-6126-42a7-a66a-61d175fe730e.jpg?v=1786038663"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-giraffe-6","title":"Vintage African Giraffe 6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade bronze giraffe with a light green patina, likely mid‑20th century and possibly older. The small, elongated form (approx. 3\" × 1\" × 6\") shows subtle surface variation and the irregularities of handworked metal; no two examples are identical. Comparable pieces have functioned as Ashanti gold weights (mbramoo), used historically to measure gold and gold dust, and this example may relate to that practice. Offered in vintage condition, it may show age and use. Photographs illustrate the style; individual items will vary in finish and proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673347580267,"sku":"ab00164","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_da6cdf61-4b11-47fd-aabd-6703b263a694.jpg?v=1786038666"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-impala-ram-curved-horns-pendant","title":"Vintage Impala Ram Charm, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage African pendant formed from a curved impala horn. Dated to the 1960s and compact in scale, the piece measures approximately 1 × 2 × 1.5 inches. The horn retains its natural grain and tonal variation; surface wear and a soft patina attest to age and prior use. Presented simply as an object to be worn, it reads as modest and tactile—an example of utilitarian adornment whose history is visible in its finish. As a vintage item, it may show signs of age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673347744107,"sku":"ab01801","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_ca57b35f-4a99-4202-81e1-8624f0bf84a7.jpg?v=1786038670"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-iron-snake","title":"Vintage African Iron Snake","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-forged iron snake, attributed to mid-20th-century African workshop practice (circa 1960s, possibly earlier). The form is flattened and tapering, worked by hand so no two examples are identical. The surface shows an honest patina and the occasional mark consistent with vintage metalwork; dimensions are approximately 23\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673348039019,"sku":"ab01431","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_3c6bd337-572a-44e5-a483-e8e4060de6eb.jpg?v=1786038675"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-left-facing-brightly-oxidized-gazelle-l7ubyq","title":"Vintage African Left Facing Brightly Oxidized Gazelle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA handmade, left-facing gazelle with a brightly oxidized surface. This vintage African figure dates to circa the 1960s, possibly earlier; each piece is individually formed, so no two are identical. Compact and quietly expressive, it reads as an object of small-scale wildlife sculpture—size: 1\" x 3\" x 6\". The piece is offered in vintage condition and may show signs of age and use consistent with its history. It can be displayed alone or grouped with other vintage animal sculptures to compose a modest vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673349382507,"sku":"ab01487","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_2ecafa7d-e455-4778-9c42-819a15440cfe.jpg?v=1786038681"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-left-facing-gazelle-with-dark-patina","title":"Vintage African Left Facing Gazelle with Dark Patina","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade, vintage African gazelle rendered in a left‑facing stance with a dark patina. Circa 1960s (possibly older), the object shows the irregularities and surface variation of individual handcrafting and carries modest wear consistent with age. Measures 1\" x 3\" x 6\". Compact in scale, it functions as a small tabletop or shelf sculpture—appropriate either as a solitary accent or grouped with other vintage animal pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673349611883,"sku":"ab01506","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_1cb44534-1efe-4939-8a9e-79b70b66a477.jpg?v=1786038687"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-male-impala-ram-female-ewe-pair-pendant","title":"Vintage Bronze Impala Couple, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-forged from African bronze in Mali, these mid–20th-century abstract pendant reads both sculptural and elemental. The small, asymmetrical form bears the subtle marks of handwork and age—soft patina, tooling irregularities, and a lived surface that speaks to its history. Vintage condition may show signs of wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673349775723,"sku":"VIN-001","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_da94ea30-b8dc-42a8-8d66-df29010136cd.jpg?v=1786038691"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-medium-bronze-camel","title":"Vintage Bronze Camel, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade bronze cast into a compact camel form, circa mid-20th century. The figure measures approximately 4\" x 4\" x 1.25\" and shows the irregularities and patina expected of a vintage object. It may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight (mbramoo), small cast forms traditionally used to measure gold and gold dust—an attribute that speaks to function as well as form. Each example is unique; several similar variants are available and may differ slightly from the photograph. Contact us if you would like additional images of the exact piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673349874027,"sku":"ab00409","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_340a5ac9-0c11-4394-a232-e332c1c1fc7c.jpg?v=1786038692"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-medium-bronze-rhinoceros","title":"Vintage Bronze Rhinoceros Family","description":"\u003cp\u003eA small, handmade African bronze rhinoceros from the mid‑20th century (possibly earlier). The compact figure—measuring 1\" × 3.5\" × 2\"—shows the irregularities and surface patina that come with age and handwork, giving each cast its own character. Intended as a shelf or tabletop accent, this vintage piece may display signs of wear consistent with use and time. Several similar examples exist and no two are identical; contact us if you would like additional photographs of the specific piece available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350431083,"sku":"VIN-002","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_fa6e0f88-f385-481e-b305-7cec4a20347b.jpg?v=1786038693"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-medium-iron-flat-snake","title":"Vintage Iron Snake, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA handmade iron sculpture of a serpent, vintage African, dated to the mid 20th century or possibly earlier. The figure is worked in low relief, measuring approximately 16\"–17\" × 2\" × 1\", its surface bearing the marks of age and the irregularities of hand fabrication. Each example varies slightly — no two are identical — lending the piece an immediate, tactile presence. As a vintage object it may show signs of use; we have multiple examples on hand and can send additional photographs of the exact piece available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350496619,"sku":"ab00399","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_e4398ad9-1342-4fec-8b2b-9b2d68a50e3d.jpg?v=1786038695"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-mini-bronze-elephant","title":"Vintage Bronze Mini Elephant, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand-cast bronze in a compact, worked form, this diminutive elephant stands with its trunk raised. Each piece is handmade; surface texture and slight asymmetries attest to its artisan making and vintage age. Circa mid‑20th century (possibly older), it may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight, or Mbramoo, once used in the measuring of gold and gold dust, though attribution is not certain. The item shows period wear and patina consistent with vintage condition. Measurements are approximately 1.5 × 1.5 × 1 inches. Multiple similar pieces are available; contact us for photos of the specific example.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350693227,"sku":"AB00379","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_8758f5be-5cd9-424f-8012-b62dc8661c4c.jpg?v=1786038696"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-mini-bronze-hippo","title":"Vintage Bronze Mini Hippo with Dusty Patina, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade mid‑20th‑century bronze miniature in the form of a hippo. The small cast—approximately 1.75\" × 1\" × 0.5\"—bears the irregularities and surface patina of hand finishing and age. It may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight (mbramoo), objects historically used to measure gold and gold dust, though attribution is not certain. Each piece is unique and examples may vary from the photograph. Offered in vintage condition; expected signs of age and use are present. Item ID: AB00377.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350758763,"sku":"ab00377","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_ef3b2e7f-246e-4509-a093-ce5b92a12897.jpg?v=1786038697"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-mini-bronze-hippo-with-dusty-patina","title":"Vintage Bronze Mini Hippo with Dusty Patina, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade bronze casting of a miniature hippopotamus with a dusty, time-darkened patina. Circa mid‑20th century and possibly older, the piece bears the slight irregularities and tool marks of handmade production; no two examples are identical. It may be an Ashanti gold weight (mbramoo), historically used to measure gold and gold dust, though that attribution is not confirmed. As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use. Dimensions: 1.75\" × 1\" × 0.5\". Item ID: ab00456.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350824299,"sku":"ab00456","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_5adc476d-5a02-4e31-a6da-3bb0d724046d.jpg?v=1786038699"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-mini-bronze-sloped-back-rhino","title":"Vintage African Mini Bronze Sloped Back Rhino","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage African mini bronze rhinoceros defined by its compact, sloped-back silhouette. The bronze has developed a warm, time-darkened patina and modest surface variation that speaks to age and quiet handling. Proportions are simplified and slightly stylized, the form readably rhinoceros yet restrained in detail. Its small scale lends an intimate presence suitable to a shelf, mantel, or desk, where the piece reads as a succinct, tactile object rather than an overtly decorative accent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673350955371,"sku":"ab00393","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/Screenshot2026-08-28at12.52.32PM.png?v=1787946838"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-oxidized-bronze-curled-horn-ram-pendant","title":"Vintage African Oxidized Bronze Curled Horn Ram","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage, handmade oxidized-bronze pendant fashioned as a curled-horn ram. The cast surface shows the subtle textures and darkened patina of age; the silhouette is compact and sculptural, with the horn curl providing a natural loop for suspension. Measures 1 in × 1.5 in × 1 in. Circa mid-20th century, possibly older. As a wearable pendant it accepts a chain or cord (a chain can be supplied for an additional fee); it can also be used as a small decorative object on a shelf or in a terrarium. Vintage condition; signs of age and use are to be expected. Multiples are available and may vary slightly; contact us for additional photographs of the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673351184747,"sku":"ab00808","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_636d91ef-4584-4f82-9ef8-8688d46049d9.jpg?v=1786038706"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-oxidized-bronze-ram-eating-leaf","title":"Vintage African Oxidized Bronze Ram Eating Leaf","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn oxidized bronze figural of a ram caught mid‑browse, handmade in Africa and dated to the mid‑20th century (possibly older). The small cast shows the marks of hand finishing and a subdued patina that varies from piece to piece; each example is unique. At approximately 1.5\" x 2\" x 2\", it functions as a modest tabletop sculpture or shelf accent. The item is offered in vintage condition and may show age‑related wear; photographed examples may differ from the exact piece shipped—contact us for additional images. Item ID: ab00686.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673351414123,"sku":"ab00686","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_93387ded-8b99-42b1-a0e3-6e9b0640e254.jpg?v=1786038711"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-oxidized-bronze-turtle-pendant-on-saffron-string","title":"Vintage Bronze Turtle Charm, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade African oxidized bronze wire turtle pendant, dated to the mid‑20th century or possibly earlier. The wire‑formed shell and limbs read as a spare, tactile silhouette; a natural dark patina highlights the metal’s texture. It measures approximately 1\" × 1.5\" × 0.5\". As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use. Multiple similar examples exist; please contact us if you would like additional photographs of the specific pendant available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673351610731,"sku":"ab00658","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_b877c52e-8865-4c52-bfa8-5cc901722d99.jpg?v=1786038715"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-oxidized-hippo-figurine","title":"Vintage Bronze Hippo, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade, mid‑20th‑century African hippo figurine with an oxidized surface and a compact, tactile form. The piece measures 0.75\" × 2.5\" × 1\" and belongs to a group of similar vintage animal sculptures; each example bears slight variations in finish, proportion, and detail. As a vintage object it shows signs of age and use consistent with its history, and the photographed example may not be identical to the item received. Sold individually under a parent listing with multiple variants, this small figurine is a quietly expressive study in handwork and patina.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673351709035,"sku":"ab02125","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_0269932e-acb2-4ebf-8938-b0e1c26f93f0.jpg?v=1786038717"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-oxidized-turtle-pendant-necklace","title":"Vintage Turtle Charm, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eOxidized metal turtle pendant on a saffron cord, rendered in compact, rounded relief with a darkened patina that highlights its surface texture. The pendant measures approximately 1.5\" × 2\" × 1\". 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As a vintage object from the 1960's, it may show signs of age and use consistent with decades of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673351938411,"sku":"ab01723","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_219e8020-ede7-4390-818c-f13334048d93.jpg?v=1786038721"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-petite-ewe-impala","title":"Vintage Petite Ewe Impala Charm, Mali","description":"\u003cp\u003eA petite African pendant rendered in the form of an impala. Estimated to date from the 1960s, this vintage piece bears the expected surface wear and patina of age. Its compact dimensions—approximately 0.5\" × 2\" × 2\"—lend the object a discreet presence when worn or displayed. As with all vintage items, variations and signs of use are part of its history and character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673352003947,"sku":"ab01799","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_f0192715-97d7-4a27-91a3-a6dd4e68e5c2.jpg?v=1786038723"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-right-facing-oxidized-gazelle","title":"Vintage Bronze Right-facing Gazelle, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade, oxidized African gazelle posed facing right. Circa 1960s (possibly older), the small tabletop sculpture measures 1\" x 3\" x 6\". The surface patina and subtle irregularities reflect hand fabrication and age—no two pieces are identical. Sold as a vintage object, it may show signs of wear consistent with use and time. It pairs with other vintage African animal sculptures or stands alone as a modest shelf accent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673352233323,"sku":"ab00610","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_e6284665-feac-4cd0-8b7a-213f30d0228a.jpg?v=1786038729"},{"product_id":"vintage-african-tiny-bronze-elephant","title":"Vintage Bronze tiny Elephant, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact, handmade bronze casting of a tiny elephant, circa mid‑20th century and possibly older. The small figure is tactile and irregular—subtle casting marks, varied patina, and individual proportions attest to its handwork; no two are identical. It may be an example of an Ashanti gold weight (Mbramoo), historically used to measure gold and gold dust. As a vintage object it may show signs of age and use. Measures approximately 1.5\" × 1.5\" × 1\"; similar examples are available and the exact piece may vary from the photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673352462699,"sku":"ab01712","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_3a997156-7be3-48c6-870b-47934a8157e3.jpg?v=1786038734"},{"product_id":"vintage-bronze-camel","title":"Vintage Bronze Camel, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eA mid-20th-century African bronze or brass casting shaped as a small camel. Handmade and compact in scale, it measures approximately 3.5\" long × 3\" tall × 1\" wide. The form and proportions are consistent with Ashanti gold weights — Mbramoo — and this piece may have been used in the measuring of gold and gold dust. As a vintage object it may show signs of age, finish variation, and minor imperfections; the photographed example may not be identical to the one you receive, as several unique variants are offered under this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sanctum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53673354068331,"sku":"ab00111","price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0976\/0099\/5691\/files\/original_97d4f697-a980-43b3-8ff6-31496f617bf8.jpg?v=1786038748"},{"product_id":"vintage-bronze-oxidized-monkey","title":"Vintage Bronze Monkey, Mali, 1960’s","description":"\u003cp\u003eHandmade, oxidized bronze formed into a small, mid-century monkey figure. The surface bears a quiet patina and the irregularities of hand casting—each example varies slightly in posture and finish. Circa mid-20th century and possibly older, this piece may be an Ashanti gold weight (Mbramoo), objects historically used to measure gold and gold dust. 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