Costume Pende - Suit

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Complete Pende dance costume from Congo for a man (pants and jacket), in beige blended fabric, 160 x 70 cm, provenance: private Belgian collection, with certificate of authenticity, in very good condition with very light signs of wear.

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Description from the seller

Beautiful and rare complete Pende dance costume (pants + jacket).
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Dimensions: 160 x 70cm
Very good condition

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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Beautiful and rare complete Pende dance costume (pants + jacket).
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Dimensions: 160 x 70cm
Very good condition

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
Gender
Men
Size
L
Material
Mixed fabric
Condition
Very good condition, very light signs of wear
Colour
Beige
Brand
Costume Pende
Number of items
1
Country of Origin
Congo
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Sold with stand
No
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Objects sold
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