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Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: CHOKWE
- Material: Wood - Reed - Plant fibers
- Dimensions (mm): 255x125x180
- Weight (grams): 655
- Shipping method: Colissimo + Insurance

Beautiful mask in very good condition. Over time and through its use, if the mask had met the expectations of the bearers—the dancers and the shaman—the mask was repaired.

- Origine : République démocratique du Congo
- Nom de la tribu : CHOKWE
- Matériau : Bois - Roseau - Fibres végétales
- Dimensions (en mm) :255x125x180
- Poids (en grammes) : 655
- Mode d'expédition : Colissimo + Assurance

Beau masque en très bon état. Au fil du temps et de son utilisation, si le masque avait répondu aux attentes des porteurs:danseurs et du féticheur, celui-ci était réparé.

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Chokwe mask - DR Congo

Mid 20th century - Wood - Reed - Plant fibers - Good condition

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Original Chokwe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, crafted in wood with reed and plant fibres, measuring 25.5 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12.5 cm deep, weighing 655 g, dating to the mid-20th century, with provenance from a private collection and authenticity as original/officiel.

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Original Chokwe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, crafted in wood with reed and plant fibres, measuring 25.5 cm high, 18 cm wide and 12.5 cm deep, weighing 655 g, dating to the mid-20th century, with provenance from a private collection and authenticity as original/officiel.

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