Curio King

The home of quality and novel South African art crafts

Corporate and State Gifts <> Souvenirs <> Interiors

Handmade by the people of South Africa

Visit us at: 184 Blackwood Street  , Arcadia, Pretoria, 0084

Tel.  082 9233541 / Telefax: 012 343 9789

e-mail: curioking@vodamail.co.za

Trading hours: Weekdays 09h00 - 18h00 <> Saturdays 09h00 – 13h00  

Look into our Showroom, for:

Handwoven Zulu baskets

A female weaving operation.  Older weavers create these truly wonderful large baskets with complex designs, whereas the young are taught to weave smaller utility items such as herb containers and nut bowls.

Felted Mohair Wall Hangings

Depicting people of South Africa in traditional style, these unique wall hangings are created from raw mohair wool.   

  Multi-metal sculptures by the late Casper Darare  

Limited edition cast reproductions of original artworks.  Royalties on each sale paid to the widow Darare.

Hand carved wooden ethnic sculptures

An extensive range of the highest quality collector’s figurines of South Africa's ethnic groups, carved from embuia wood, hand painted and inlaid with sterling silver.    

Stone Sculptures – Verdite, Butter Jade and Africa Stone

    Artists commissioned by Curio King

  Range of Cast Animal Sculptures

Percentage of sales donated to WWF

Variety of Traditional Dolls

Above:  Ceramic dolls, "singing".  Below:  Hessian & cloth dolls.  All South African.

Decorated Ostrich Eggs

Shells of non-fertile ostrich eggs are used by various artists, decorating them in designs that are representative of our rich natural and cultural heritage.  Decoupage, hand painted or carved, with interesting and suitable stands.

  Raku Pottery

The ancient Japanese method of Raku firing is used in creating a vast range of South African figurines and statues.   

Handmade Embroideries

Designers and needleworkers combining their talents in creating these fascinating, colorful interior decorating items.  Cushion covers, place mats and wall hangings.

  Batiks, Prints, Butterfly Wing Pictures

Wall hangings, prints and pictures with typical South African images are sourced from a variety of local artists.    

Range of Big 5 Sets of Glasses

Ideal gifts that are well packaged and aptly presented.  Full range of glasses and more Big 5 gifts available at our store.

  Copper Clocks and Ornaments

Hand Painted Candles in Ethnic Designs

Each candle is hand made and hand painted in a large variety of colours and designs

Ndebele Artefacts and Candles

Different women groups and individuals in KwaNdebele whom we support, applying their natural flair for use of colour, characteristic designs and painting skills to create many traditional Ndebele artifacts and souvenirs of distinction

         Unendangered Animal skins and rugs

complying with international health regulations

Logwood furniture

Saligna wood hand made furniture for home, outdoor and corporate use.  15 Years’ guarantee on structure and craftsmanship.

  Cushions and throws

Wildlife and ethnic themes    

Drums and Traditional Music Instruments

Popular and traditional jewellery

  Pots and pottery items

Jewel & Money Trees

  Wire twisted beadwork

Ethnic cards

Holiday Decorations

T-shirts, hats, caps, scarves, postcards, souvenir booklets, etc.

More small gifts and memorabilia include: 

SA. souvenir aprons, tea towels, carry bags, gift bags, mouse pads & screen savers, key chains, flag stickers and badges, coffee mugs, tableware, souvenir teaspoons, gift wrap, book marks, African games, fridge magnets, letter openers, bottle openers, socks, pens and pencils, lighters, paper clips, Zulu love letters, bottle stoppers, placemats and coasters, many new items all the time.

  ENQUIRIES:  e-mail curioking@vodamail.co.za

Exporters since 1992

Quality is our Motto, preserving South African Culture our Passion