Dance mask - Pende - Congo (No reserve price)

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Julien Gauthier
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Pende mask from Congo in good condition with some age-related wear and stains, dated 1930–1940, with complete headdress, made of wood and fibres, height 23 cm by 15 cm, provenance Belgian private collection, sold with certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Pende mask with a full headdress.
Provenance: 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 Pende mask with a full headdress.
Provenance: 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
fibers, Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Height
23 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated Period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8228
Objects sold
98.49%
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