Initiation mask + stand - Lega - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Initiation mask + stand, a Lega wood sculpture from DR Congo dating to the late 20th century, provenance: Gallery / Antique dealer, dimensions 24.5 × 13.5 × 5 cm, weight 197 g, in good condition, sold with stand.

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Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use and then exhibited on a fence (see photo). The minimalist mask.
Material: Wood, Kaolin and animal hair.
Good condition, no restorations.

Metal stand included.

Registered and insured shipping, combined shipping possible.

Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use and then exhibited on a fence (see photo). The minimalist mask.
Material: Wood, Kaolin and animal hair.
Good condition, no restorations.

Metal stand included.

Registered and insured shipping, combined shipping possible.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Initiation mask + stand
Height
24.5 cm
Width
13.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Weight
197 g
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
99.15%
1954
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