Dance mask - Pende - Congo

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Pende sun mask from Congo, woven in wicker with a feathered headdress, made of fibres and textile, 70 × 70 cm (90 × 70 cm with the headdress), dating to 1950–1960, provenance Belgian private collection, with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Stunning Pende wicker sun mask with a feathered headdress
From a Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Dimensions with the headdress: 90 x 70 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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Stunning Pende wicker sun mask with a feathered headdress
From a Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Dimensions with the headdress: 90 x 70 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
fibres and feathers, Textile
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Pende
Height
70 cm
Width
70 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8486
Objects sold
98.64%
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