Mbuti - DR Congo

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Two Mbuti tribal pygmy masks from Ituri, DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, made of wood with pigments and plant fibres, in good condition from a private collection; dimensions approximately 26 cm high, 19 cm wide, 4 cm deep, and weight 266 g.

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From a Belgian private collection, a lot of 2 tribal pygmy masks from the Mbuti tribe in the Ituri province (formerly Province Orientale) in DR Congo, dating from the mid-20th century.
Materials: wood, pigments, plant fibers. Good condition with light signs of use. With certificate.

From a Belgian private collection, a lot of 2 tribal pygmy masks from the Mbuti tribe in the Ituri province (formerly Province Orientale) in DR Congo, dating from the mid-20th century.
Materials: wood, pigments, plant fibers. Good condition with light signs of use. With certificate.

Details

No. of items
2
Ethnic group/ culture
Mbuti
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition
Height
26 cm
Width
19 cm
Depth
4 cm
Weight
266 g
Provenance
Private collection
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