Textile (4) - 80 cm - 40 cm

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Julien Gauthier
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With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

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Four large Tapas figures of the Mbuti people from Congo, dating to the mid-20th century (ca. 1940–1950 and 1950–1960), 80 cm by 40 cm, in good condition with some wear and age stains, provenance Belgian private collection, sold with certificate of authenticity, and not supplied with a stand.

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4 Very beautiful large Tapas Mbuti
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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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4 Very beautiful large Tapas Mbuti
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity

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
4
Material
Tapas
Ethnic group/culture
Mbuti
Country of origin
Congo
Sold with stand
No
Length
80 cm
Width
40 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
BelgiumVerified
8486
Objects sold
98.64%
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