Figure - Pende - Congo
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Pende wooden doll from Congo, dating to circa 1940s–1950s, measuring 25 cm high, 6 cm wide and 5 cm deep, in good condition with age-related wear, provenance: Belgian private collection, sold with a certificate of authenticity.
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Very beautiful and rare Pende wooden-carved doll
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful and rare Pende wooden-carved doll
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Congo
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Pende
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950, 1950-1960
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