Dance mask - Chokwe - Congo

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Chokwe wooden mask from Congo with fibre and textile details, dating to 1940–1950, measuring 16 cm wide by 22 cm high, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, from a Belgian private collection, sold with a certificate of authenticity and stand available on request.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Chokwe carved wooden mask with a complete headdress.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Base upon 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 Chokwe carved wooden mask with a complete headdress.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Base upon 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
plant fibers, Metal, Textile, Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Height
22 cm
Width
16 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated Period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8228
Objects sold
98.49%
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