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Mwana pwo mask of the chokwe people, carved in wood with a brown patina, provenance: DR Congo/Angola, dating to the second half of the 20th century, height 40 cm, in good overall condition with some wear due to age.

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I am selling a superb Mwana pwo mask (young woman) from the Chokwe people.
Provenance: DRC / Angola
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Height : 40 cm
Materials: wood with a nuanced brown patina / headdress made of braided plant fibers, a cord necklace and metal ear rings.
Traditional forehead cross, teardrop-shaped scarifications on the cheeks, and teeth sharpened to points.
Condition: in very good overall condition (see photos)

I am selling a superb Mwana pwo mask (young woman) from the Chokwe people.
Provenance: DRC / Angola
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Height : 40 cm
Materials: wood with a nuanced brown patina / headdress made of braided plant fibers, a cord necklace and metal ear rings.
Traditional forehead cross, teardrop-shaped scarifications on the cheeks, and teeth sharpened to points.
Condition: in very good overall condition (see photos)

Details

Era
1900-2000
Material
Wood
Country of Origin
Africa
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated Period
1960-1970, 1970-1980, 1980-1990
FranceVerified
438
Objects sold
90%
Private

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