Chokwe - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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An old small wooden dance mask from the DR Congo of Chokwe origin, dating to the mid-20th century, authentic/original, from a private collection, with dimensions 19 cm high, 14 cm wide, and 24 cm deep.

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Old small dance mask from Congo/Angola, made of wood with textile, worn on the head; not for the head, hence its small dimensions. Used in ritual. Finely carved and with a beautiful patina; from a 1950s collection.

Old small dance mask from Congo/Angola, made of wood with textile, worn on the head; not for the head, hence its small dimensions. Used in ritual. Finely carved and with a beautiful patina; from a 1950s collection.

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Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
19 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
24 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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