Suku - DR Congo

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The rare ancient Suku helmet mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, carved in wood, with dimensions 38 × 34 × 32 cm, provenance from a private collection, in excellent condition.

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Rare and ancient helmet mask of the Suku people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, purchased in 1979 by the Milanese collector Palthenghi.

Rare and ancient helmet mask of the Suku people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, purchased in 1979 by the Milanese collector Palthenghi.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Suku
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
38 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
32 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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