Great Royal Ndop effigy (colonial) - Kuba - DR Congo
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Grande effigy royale Ndop coloniale of the Kuba kingdom from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, 53 cm high by 1 cm wide and 1 cm deep, weighing 1 g, in good condition with original/officiel authenticity, provenance: private collection.
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Exceptional Ndop effigy from the Kuba Kingdom, superbly carved. Dated to the 1960s.
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A reference seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Introduction to our appraisal house
Exceptional Ndop effigy from the Kuba Kingdom, superbly carved. Dated to the 1960s.
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A reference seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking (tracking).
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Restoration on the headdress
Details
Indigenous object name
Great Royal Ndop effigy (colonial)
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
53 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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