Teke - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Two Teke masks from the DR Congo, dating to the late 20th century, carved from wood, in good condition, with dimensions 30 × 36 × 6.75 cm and 32 × 36 × 7 cm, and sold without a stand.
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Two Teke masks
Masks are distinguished by their circular shapes and complex motifs. Such masks were worn by dancers, often in combination with headdresses made of feathers or raffia.
We owe these masks to the Kidumu society, specifically to the Tsaye community. They live in the area north of the Niari River in DR Congo. The masks are circular, often colored with red, white, and blue pigments. Sometimes also black and white. They are symmetrically shaped and display multiple symbols. Unreal in their appearance, they are fascinating due to their artistic value and modernity. The symbols carved into the wood are subject to various interpretations. The large horizontal line is said to represent the horizon and to mark the boundary between heaven and earth. The half circles above and below are believed to represent the phases of the moon.
The masks are in good condition and are delivered without a stand.
Dimensions
Colored mask: 30 x 36 x 6.75 cm
Black-and-white mask: 32 x 36 x 7 cm
Seller's Story
Rootz Gallery has an extensive collection of remarkable art objects from the non-Western world and a collection of modern and contemporary art. The art collection originally started with the gathering of modern and contemporary art. Due to a long-standing fascination with other cultures, it was quickly expanded to include non-Western art objects. The gallery has primarily focused on non-Western art for a long time, but has recently also refocused on modern and contemporary art.
Many pieces originate from ritual contexts and have been carefully collected over a period of 40 years. The items, often acquired during travels and coming from old collections, offer a unique insight into authentic cultures and traditions.
Translated by Google TranslateTwo Teke masks
Masks are distinguished by their circular shapes and complex motifs. Such masks were worn by dancers, often in combination with headdresses made of feathers or raffia.
We owe these masks to the Kidumu society, specifically to the Tsaye community. They live in the area north of the Niari River in DR Congo. The masks are circular, often colored with red, white, and blue pigments. Sometimes also black and white. They are symmetrically shaped and display multiple symbols. Unreal in their appearance, they are fascinating due to their artistic value and modernity. The symbols carved into the wood are subject to various interpretations. The large horizontal line is said to represent the horizon and to mark the boundary between heaven and earth. The half circles above and below are believed to represent the phases of the moon.
The masks are in good condition and are delivered without a stand.
Dimensions
Colored mask: 30 x 36 x 6.75 cm
Black-and-white mask: 32 x 36 x 7 cm
Seller's Story
Rootz Gallery has an extensive collection of remarkable art objects from the non-Western world and a collection of modern and contemporary art. The art collection originally started with the gathering of modern and contemporary art. Due to a long-standing fascination with other cultures, it was quickly expanded to include non-Western art objects. The gallery has primarily focused on non-Western art for a long time, but has recently also refocused on modern and contemporary art.
Many pieces originate from ritual contexts and have been carefully collected over a period of 40 years. The items, often acquired during travels and coming from old collections, offer a unique insight into authentic cultures and traditions.
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No. of items
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Teke
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
32 cm
Width
36 cm
Depth
7 cm
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