Dance mask - Makondé - Tanzania

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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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Makonde female mask in wood from Tanzania, attributed to the Makonde culture, from a Belgian private collection, 25 × 25 cm, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, sold without a stand, with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful and rare Makonde mask, female type, carved in wood
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with 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 Makonde mask, female type, carved in wood
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with 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
Hair, Wood
Country of Origin
Tanzania
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Makondé
Height
25 cm
Width
25 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1920-1930
BelgiumVerified
8359
Objects sold
98.47%
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