Mask - Pende - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Masque Pende in wood from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from a private collection, with a height of 26 cm, width of 1 cm and depth of 1 cm, in acceptable condition.
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The Pende masks, originating from the Pende people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, stand out for their expressiveness and the variety of forms. These masks, often carved in light wood and painted in bright colors, represent spirits, ancestors or symbolic figures.
They are mainly used during rituals such as initiations, funerals or healing ceremonies.
The Pende masks play a central role in social mediation, conflict resolution and protection against malevolent forces. The masked dancer, in a trance, embodies a spiritual entity capable of communicating with the invisible world, thus bringing answers to the community’s questions.
These masks, recognized for their dynamic aesthetics and their spiritual significance, remain a pillar of Pende culture, blending art, tradition and spirituality.
Presentation of our house of expertise:
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales supports collectors and families for years, with a simple approach: seriousness, transparency and service. We enjoy a solid reputation among tribal art enthusiasts and are among the reference sellers on Catawiki, where we count among the oldest dealers (more than 8 years).
We have appraised and coordinated liquidation and dispersal of dozens of family collections, and sold thousands of objects in partnership with individuals, notaries, estates, inheritances and divestments of collections. Our track record speaks for itself: several hundred evaluations close to 100% positive reviews, an indicator that is worth more than any talk about our commitment and reliability.
Pieces that have passed through our hands now appear in prestigious collections and, for some, have joined museum institutions — a sign of the quality and consistency of our selection throughout the year. We regularly offer sales without reserve.
Express shipping: shipment within 24 hours, insurance, tracking and extremely careful and secure packaging.
Contact 7 days a week: we respond quickly and remain at your disposal to advise you and document objects during the sale.
The Pende masks, originating from the Pende people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, stand out for their expressiveness and the variety of forms. These masks, often carved in light wood and painted in bright colors, represent spirits, ancestors or symbolic figures.
They are mainly used during rituals such as initiations, funerals or healing ceremonies.
The Pende masks play a central role in social mediation, conflict resolution and protection against malevolent forces. The masked dancer, in a trance, embodies a spiritual entity capable of communicating with the invisible world, thus bringing answers to the community’s questions.
These masks, recognized for their dynamic aesthetics and their spiritual significance, remain a pillar of Pende culture, blending art, tradition and spirituality.
Presentation of our house of expertise:
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales supports collectors and families for years, with a simple approach: seriousness, transparency and service. We enjoy a solid reputation among tribal art enthusiasts and are among the reference sellers on Catawiki, where we count among the oldest dealers (more than 8 years).
We have appraised and coordinated liquidation and dispersal of dozens of family collections, and sold thousands of objects in partnership with individuals, notaries, estates, inheritances and divestments of collections. Our track record speaks for itself: several hundred evaluations close to 100% positive reviews, an indicator that is worth more than any talk about our commitment and reliability.
Pieces that have passed through our hands now appear in prestigious collections and, for some, have joined museum institutions — a sign of the quality and consistency of our selection throughout the year. We regularly offer sales without reserve.
Express shipping: shipment within 24 hours, insurance, tracking and extremely careful and secure packaging.
Contact 7 days a week: we respond quickly and remain at your disposal to advise you and document objects during the sale.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
26 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
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