Most African art pieces are detailed, unique and visually stunning deriving its inspiration from myriad cultures and traditions. African art is purely aesthetic being influenced considerably by Western art and architecture. Among these art forms, banana leaf art and African wood carvings deserve special mention due to their elegance, one-of-a-kind appeal and appearance. These artworks can be valuable additions to your home/display case. Wall hangings, paintings, ornaments, figurines and sculptures to other items – you will get everything in banana leaf art. Although you can see these art and sculptures mostly in museums and galleries you can get the same in art or interior décor stores selling such goods.

African tribes have enriched African artwork in various ways with its history dating back to the earliest times. The most primeval sculpture forms discovered till date was from Nigeria from around 500BC. Banana leaf paintings can be found in both large and small types depicting animals, forests and vegetation of Africa, rituals, religions, dance forms, tribes, village life, war and warriors and varied other topics. You can buy these banana leaf paintings single or as a collage, both framed and unframed. Each banana leaf painting is handcrafted out of single banana leaves. These paintings are quite characteristic of Kenyan art.

Banana leaf artwork has been constant in African culture for centuries. Native to Kenya, banana leaf art consists of little slices of banana leaves that are cut and pasted or woven together. Sometimes, the banana leaves are dyed to create a more dimensional or realistic effect. Banana leaf sculptures are made by weaving together thin slices of banana leaves, shaping and pasting them together to create a new style of art. This type of artwork takes a long time to complete and needs to be done carefully. These art forms have become extremely popular in the last few years. The paintings and other art styles are quite extraordinary in their look adding that ethnic African touch and warmth to your living area or guestroom. They are made out of genuine dried banana leaves. These paintings can work as wonderful wall hangings too. There are several Zulu artists who create such beautiful paintings using the natural color of the banana leaves to produce different color elements.

The wall hangings are quite spectacular too. Equally good for your home or office, they are bound to catch your attention. They come in assorted designs and each has a loop for hanging. These wall hangings are generally 16 inches in length and 4 inches in width depicting various facts and figures integral to Africa. You can buy these wall hangings single or as a set. All wall hangings are hand made. Hang them just like that or add a frame and enjoy.

Besides paintings and wall hangings, you have banana leaf figurines of animals, birds, tribal people and others. They are great for Christmas tree, home or office decoration. The banana fiber mobiles symbolize the lullaby of Africa and are especially loved by children for their simple yet unique designs. There are even ornaments and showpieces crafted out of banana leaves.

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