Tribal & Ancient Art

Expressive Ethnographica 

Due to our country’s Imperial and seafaring past the UK is a treasure trove of ancient, tribal, and oceanic art. With many fascinating cultures and mysterious objects, the tribal art bracket offers anthropologists the opportunity to collect and study diverse history, craftsmanship and decorative quality as well as objects for their historical and social interest. 

Our department has catalogued and valued a wide range of unique works of art – from African, Sub-Saharan Oceania, Polynesia, Micronesia, Melanesia, Australia, Indonesia and both Central and South America. Our auctions have included both prestigious and ceremonial sculptures, masks, ritual objects, jewellery, ceramics, and items of cultural significance.  

The specialist team at Bishop & Miller have extensive knowledge of the valuation and sale of ancient art including the famed Lakenheath Shield and an Ancient Greek alabaster alabastron. If you wish to sell or purchase tribal or ancient art at auction, contact our team or explore our online upcoming auction calendar.