Chokwe - Angola (No reserve price)

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Chokwe mask from Angola carved in wood with natural fibres, dating to the mid-20th century, provenance Belgian African art collection, 28 cm high, 23.5 cm wide and 7 cm deep, in good condition apart from a small crack at the chin.

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Beautiful mask of the Chokwe ethnicity (Angola) made of wood and braided natural fibers. Characteristic pointed teeth of Chokwe masks, scarifications on the face.
Provenance of a Belgian collection of African art

Total height of 28 cm
Width of 23.5 cm
Depth of 7 cm

Good overall condition apart from a small crack at the bottom of the mask, on the chin. The mask will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number. No delivery to the USA.

Beautiful mask of the Chokwe ethnicity (Angola) made of wood and braided natural fibers. Characteristic pointed teeth of Chokwe masks, scarifications on the face.
Provenance of a Belgian collection of African art

Total height of 28 cm
Width of 23.5 cm
Depth of 7 cm

Good overall condition apart from a small crack at the bottom of the mask, on the chin. The mask will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number. No delivery to the USA.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
Angola
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
plant fiber, Wood
Condition
Good condition
Height
28 cm
Width
23.5 cm
Depth
7 cm
Provenance
Auction house
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
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