Dance mask - Chokwe - Congo

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Chokwe Katoyo mask carved in wood with a full headdress, from the Congo, dating to circa 1930–1950, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, 15 cm high by 10 cm wide, sold with a custom-made stand and an authenticity certificate from a Belgian private collection.

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Very beautiful small Chokwe Katoyo wooden mask carved with a full headdress
From a Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal

Delivery starting 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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Very beautiful small Chokwe Katoyo wooden mask carved with a full headdress
From a Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made pedestal

Delivery starting 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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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
plant fibers, Textile, Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Chokwe
Height
15 cm
Width
10 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
BelgiumVerified
8756
Objects sold
98.83%
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