Chokwe - DR Congo

days

hours

minutes

seconds

Starting bid

€ 1

Reserve price not met

Expert

Selected by Julien Gauthier

A decade of experience in historical arms, armour, and African art.

Estimate € 150 - € 200

No bids placed

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 132444 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Share this object with your friends

Chokwe dance mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo depicting the female ancestral figure mwana pwo, carved in wood with provenance from a gallery/antique dealer and in good condition.

AI-assisted summary

Description from the seller

Among the Chokwe there are many types of masks that can be classified according to their function.
This specimen belongs to the dance masks and is the female mask "mwana pwo" or the representation of the female ancestor. Small masks are proof that the initiation has been completed.
The masks testify to great craftsmanship and fidelity to the traditions and symbols.

for more details, look at the photos

sent with track and trace

Translated Show original