Kifwebe - Songye - DR Congo

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Kifwebe, a polychromed wood mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo of the Songye people, dating to the mid-20th century, from a private collection, height 47 cm, in good condition.

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This mask, masculine in its crest, stands out for its simple volumes and its expressionism.

Provenance: Berthe Hartert collection
Argiles collection, Barcelona

This mask, masculine in its crest, stands out for its simple volumes and its expressionism.

Provenance: Berthe Hartert collection
Argiles collection, Barcelona

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Polychrome wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Kifwebe
Height
47 cm
Provenance
Private collection
SpainVerified
Private

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