Dance mask - Bambara - Mali

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Bambara wooden mask from Mali, dating to circa 1930–1940, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains; 65 cm high and 16 cm wide, from a private Belgian collection, with an authenticity certificate, and a stand available on request.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large Bambara wooden mask.
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Pedestal available on request.
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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Very beautiful large Bambara wooden mask.
Provenance: private Belgian collection.
Pedestal available on request.
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
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Mali
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Bambara
Height
65 cm
Width
16 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8591
Objects sold
98.64%
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