Dance mask - Pende - Congo

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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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Très beau masque Pende oriental, a wooden mask from Congo, provenance private Belgian collection, dating to circa 1930–1950, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Oriental Pende mask.
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 Oriental Pende mask.
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
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Height
52 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated Period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8110
Objects sold
98.72%
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