Dance mask - Chokwe - Congo

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

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Wooden Chokwe Lwena mask from Congo, of the Chokwe culture, from a private Belgian collection, sold with a certificate of authenticity and a metal stand.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful small Chokwe Lwena mask carved in wood.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with metal base.



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 small Chokwe Lwena mask carved in wood.
Belgian private provenance collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
Sold with metal base.



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
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
Yes
Estimated Period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8299
Objects sold
97.74%
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