Dance mask - Ituri - 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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Ituri wooden mask from the Congo, dating to the 1940s–1950s, measures 23 by 13 cm, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains, provenance from a Belgian private collection, certificate of authenticity included.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Ituri mask carved in wood
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
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 Ituri mask carved in wood
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
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
Ituri
Height
23 cm
Width
13 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8358
Objects sold
98.47%
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