We work with a network of hundreds of artisan partners in 15 African nations to bring you handcrafted baskets, home decor, and unique gifts. Founded in 1995 and a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation.
Adding authentic, modern handmade pieces into your African home decorating scheme will really enhance your home, and Swahili African Modern is a shopper's paradise for these kinds of goods. These items are another perfect way for you to bring the beauty, tradition and culture of Africa into your home.
As a fair trade business, it's our goal to form respectful, long-term partnerships with artisans. They can count on us for pay that is reliable, fair, and prompt (including deposits up front). Your orders are an indispensable part of this cycle, making it possible for us to order time and time again from these artisans.
Our collection of African textiles features patterned mudcloth from Mali, indigo cloth, Congo raffia and gorgeous Ethiopian pillows and throws.
From carved wooden masks and shields, to handcrafted wall baskets, fair trade African art adorns your walls.
Shop sweet children's chairs and artful wooden side tables in this collection, curated from artisans in Ghana, Kenya, & Senegal.
Fair trade decorative goods are crafted by artisans using Kenyan soapstone, also known as kisii stone, or ceramic to add a beautiful touch to your home.
Whether your green space is a tiny balcony or an immense garden, our African garden art collection will bring unexpected, handcrafted accents to complement your plants.
From elegant lost wax bronze figures, to unique stone sculpture, to hand-carved wall decor, this collection contains one-of-a-kind and limited edition pieces, handcrafted by artisans in Africa.
These are actual photos and reviews from some of our happy customers.
My ostrich is the hit of the neighborhood. Ever since I put her as the centerpiece of my new landscaping project, I have gotten rave reviews from the neighbors!
A beautiful product that reflects the high quality and exquisite talents of the artisans who produced it. Customer service was also prompt and efficient at addressing my questions. I will buy again from this company!!
She’s absolutely beautiful, and fits right in with my other lovely Burkina Faso ladies! Thank you for such a pleasant experience! Customer service was excellent!
These pillows are very well made and look beautiful in person. Colors are vibrant and material is durable. Would definitely recommend.
Beautiful accent table!
Sturdy, stylish, and the perfect accompaniment to my new chair. Fast shipping too!
Kenyan artisans creatively transform discarded flip flops into vibrant, earth-friendly handmade art!
Skilled artisans in Burkina Faso use the lost wax casting method to create serene figures from bronze.
Typically discarded items such as soda pop cans, bottle caps, spark plugs, and even natural materials such as pine cones an seedpods are turned into whimsical art pieces by African artisans.
The creativity of African carvers shines through on sustainable wood, including wild olive wood, jacaranda, sandalwood, or mpingo, along with traditional gourds.
Repurposing discarded oil drums and other discarded metals not only cleans up the African landscape, but also produces stunning and delightful works of art.
Beautiful stone sculptures hand-carved by artisans of the Shona people of Zimbabwe bring modern African style to your home.
Our hand carved African wooden salad bowls, serving bowls, and trays bring the earthy beauty of all-natural serving pieces to the dining table.
Embrace modern African elegance in your kitchen and dining room with fine Ethiopian napkins and towels, artisan crafted table runners, and colorful African print aprons.
Mixing traditional African art with contemporary designs, drawing inspiration from the stunning Zambian wildlife and surroundings, these gorgeous cushion covers and wall hangings are hand-painted by Zambian men and women in a rich palette of colors.