Dance mask - Yoruba - Nigeria (No reserve price)

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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Yoruba wooden mask from Nigeria, dating to 1940–1950, made of wood, 37 cm high and 16 cm wide, provenance from a Belgian private collection, with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Yoruba wooden mask from Nigeria.
Provenance of a Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Base on request

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful Yoruba wooden mask from Nigeria.
Provenance of a Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Base on request

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba
Height
37 cm
Width
16 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated Period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8106
Objects sold
98.72%
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