Dance mask - Salampasu - Congo (No reserve price)

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

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Salampasu wooden mask from the Congo, dating to 1930–1940, 24 cm high and 15 cm wide, from a private Belgian collection, in good condition with minor wear and age-related spots, sold with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful small Salampasu mask carved in wood
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Custom-made pedestal on request

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 Salampasu mask carved in wood
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Custom-made pedestal on request

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
Salampasu
Height
24 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8302
Objects sold
98.49%
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