hairpin - Hemba - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Hair pin of Hemba origin from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, with a height of 22 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, weight 1 g, from a private collection, in excellent condition.

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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

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Overview of our appraisal and sales house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, estates, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.

Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
hairpin
Ethnic group/ culture
Hemba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
22 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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