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Julien Gauthier
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Bakongo Woyo mask carved in soft wood from the Bakongo people, originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, provenance Colección privada, height 29 cm, sold with stand, in good condition, authentic/original.

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Excellent Bakongo Woyo mask, carved in semi-soft wood from the ceiba trees. Natural patina from use and traces of pigments. Very similar and close to the famous one by Cyrile Houze. These Woyo masks are highly regarded for their naturalism, almost portraits of an indigenous person with an expression of power and authority. Height: 29 cm.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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Excellent Bakongo Woyo mask, carved in semi-soft wood from the ceiba trees. Natural patina from use and traces of pigments. Very similar and close to the famous one by Cyrile Houze. These Woyo masks are highly regarded for their naturalism, almost portraits of an indigenous person with an expression of power and authority. Height: 29 cm.

Seller's Story

PRIMITIVE ART IN GENERAL, ESPECIALLY AFRICAN. ORIGINATING FROM PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OR ACQUIRED AT PROFESSIONAL GALLERIES OR INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS.
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Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Height
29 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
240
Objects sold
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100
Reviews
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