Mask - kwele - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Masque, a 32 cm high wooden Kwele reproduction from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, attributed to the kwele culture, dated 2000–2010, in bons état, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire.

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Kwele masks are controlled by the Bwete association, which maintains social order. They are used during ceremonies to promote well-being and the community. Some lacked eye slits and were shown to spectators rather than worn. The horn motifs echo the heart-shaped face. The masks are regarded as among the most beautiful in African art.

Kwele masks are controlled by the Bwete association, which maintains social order. They are used during ceremonies to promote well-being and the community. Some lacked eye slits and were shown to spectators rather than worn. The horn motifs echo the heart-shaped face. The masks are regarded as among the most beautiful in African art.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
kwele
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
32 cm
Width
20 cm
Depth
16 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
FranceVerified
1082
Objects sold
97.86%
Private

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