Dance mask - Bembe - Congo
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Bembe wooden mask from Congo, dating to 1930–1940, 30 cm high and 18 cm wide, in good condition with age-related wear, provenance from a private Belgian collection, sold with a custom metal stand, and includes a certificate of authenticity.
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Very beautiful carved wooden Bembe mask
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base
Delivery from August 9
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 carved wooden Bembe mask
Provenance: private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base
Delivery from August 9
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
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Bembe
Height
30 cm
Width
18 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940
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