Basket - plant fibers

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Julien Gauthier
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Small Bakongo basket from the Congo, made of vegetal fibres, dating to about 1930–1940, in good used condition with light signs of aging, provenance: private Belgian collection, accompanied by certificate of authenticity, lid restored.

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Very pretty small Bakongo basket made from plant fibers from Congo
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Lid restored

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 pretty small Bakongo basket made from plant fibers from Congo
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Lid restored

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
Country of origin
Congo
Material
plant fibers
Ethnic group/culture
Bakongo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
10 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8448
Objects sold
98.65%
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