Dance mask - Kela - 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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Kela wooden mask from the Congo, dated ca. 1950–1960, with stand, provenance a private Belgian collection, measuring 33 cm high by 15 cm wide, in good condition with age-related wear.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Kela carved wooden mask.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with base


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 Kela carved wooden mask.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with base


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
pigments, Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Kela
Height
33 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated Period
1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8110
Objects sold
98.72%
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