Tribal mask - Tetela - DR Congo

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Julien Gauthier
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Tribal mask in wood from DR Congo, Tetela culture, dating to the late 20th century, weighing 1000 g and measuring 34 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12 cm deep, in good condition, from a private collection.

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Description from the seller

Tribal Tetela mask from DR Congo. Their very diverse sculptures are marked by influence of groups living in contact with them: the Mongo, Nkutschu, Binji and Mputu, Kuba and Songye tribe.

Great mask, a geometric nose, open mouth and a full raphia collar form here the embodiment of a tutelary spirit. Powerfull vertical lines with white ochre highlights. Songye`s influence is notable. Interesting mask in good condition with traces of tribal use.
Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Tribal Tetela mask from DR Congo. Their very diverse sculptures are marked by influence of groups living in contact with them: the Mongo, Nkutschu, Binji and Mputu, Kuba and Songye tribe.

Great mask, a geometric nose, open mouth and a full raphia collar form here the embodiment of a tutelary spirit. Powerfull vertical lines with white ochre highlights. Songye`s influence is notable. Interesting mask in good condition with traces of tribal use.
Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Tetela
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Tribal mask
Height
34 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
1000 g
Provenance
Private collection
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