Phemba Maternity - Bakongo - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Maternité Phemba, an original Bakongo object from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, provenance private collection, dimensions 25 cm high by 1 cm deep and 1 cm wide, weight 1 g, in excellent condition.

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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 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 reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 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 reserve prices.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping is guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.

Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Phemba Maternity
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
25 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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