Dance mask - The League - Congo

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Lega wooden mask from Congo, circa 1940–1950, 30 cm high and 16 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and age-related marks, sold with a custom stand, provenance Belgian private collection, accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful and rare Lega wooden mask
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal

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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Very beautiful and rare Lega wooden mask
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal

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
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
The League
Height
30 cm
Width
16 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8591
Objects sold
98.64%
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