Amulet - Congo (No reserve price)

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Lega amulet from Congo, featuring a small Lega mask carved in bone, width 13 cm and total weight 50 g, in good used condition with signs of wear, provenance: private Belgian collection, with certificate of authenticity.

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Very beautiful Lega amulet with a small Lega mask carved in bone
Provenance: Belgian private 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 Lega amulet with a small Lega mask carved in bone
Provenance: Belgian private 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
Metal
bones, leather and corries
Total weight
50 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country of origin
Congo
Width
13 cm
BelgiumVerified
8446
Objects sold
98.65%
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