Mask - Yaka - Congo





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Yaka mask carved in wood with a complete headdress, from Congo, dating to 1930–1940, made from wood with vegetal fibres and pigments, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains; provenance Belgian private collection; sold without a stand and with a certificate of authenticity.
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Very beautiful large Yaka mask carved in wood with a full headdress.
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful large Yaka mask carved in wood with a full headdress.
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity.
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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Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Material
plant fibers and pigments, Wood
Country of Origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/ culture
Yaka
Height
49 cm
Width
30 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated Period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
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