Mask - Langba Budza Mbanza - Congo

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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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Rare Langba Budza Mbanza wooden mask from the Congo, carved in bois with vegetal fibres and pigments, dating to circa 1930–1940, 53 cm high by 25 cm wide, from a Belgian private collection with a certificate of authenticity, in good condition with minor wear and age-related stains, and sold without a stand.

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Very beautiful and rare Langba Budza Mbanza carved wooden mask
From a private Belgian collection
Sold with a 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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Very beautiful and rare Langba Budza Mbanza carved wooden mask
From a private Belgian collection
Sold with a 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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Details

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
Langba Budza Mbanza
Height
53 cm
Width
25 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8359
Objects sold
98.47%
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