Kidumu Mask - Teke - DR Congo

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Kidumu Mask, a large wooden Teke mask from DR Congo dating to the late 20th century, with raphia, measuring 63 cm high, 50 cm wide, 10 cm deep and weighing 2400 g, in good condition with provenance from a former private German collection.

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Large wooden Kidumu mask with full raphia from the Teke community.
This kind of masks were used in important meetings, at funerals of chiefs and during wedding ceremonies. The mask consists of abstract geometric figures, representing an abstract human face. Beautifully cut. The mask was worn on the forehead, the wearer looked under the mask.
The mask is in good condition with slight traces of wear.

Provenance: former private German collection.

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.

Large wooden Kidumu mask with full raphia from the Teke community.
This kind of masks were used in important meetings, at funerals of chiefs and during wedding ceremonies. The mask consists of abstract geometric figures, representing an abstract human face. Beautifully cut. The mask was worn on the forehead, the wearer looked under the mask.
The mask is in good condition with slight traces of wear.

Provenance: former private German collection.

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
Teke
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Raphia, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Kidumu Mask
Height
63 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
2400 g
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11570
Objects sold
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