Dance mask - Yaka - Congo

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Yaka mask carved in wood with a full headdress, from the Congo, dating to around 1930–1950, made from wood, vegetal fibres and pigments, 70 x 40 cm with the headdress (50 x 30 cm without), in good condition with some wear and age-related stains, sold with a stand and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from a Belgian private collection.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large Yaka mask carved in wood with a full headdress
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Dimensions with headdress: 70 x 40 cm

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 large Yaka mask carved in wood with a full headdress
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Dimensions with headdress: 70 x 40 cm

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
Number of objects
1
Material
plant fibers and pigments, Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Yaka
Height
50 cm
Width
30 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8446
Objects sold
98.65%
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