Dancer doll - Pende - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Poupée de danseur, a wooden and raffia statuette of a Pende dancer from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid‑20th century, provenance private collection, in excellent condition and authentic.
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Description from the seller
Wooden and raffia statuette illustrating a dancer wearing the famous Gitenga mask of the Bapende with tubular eyes.
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Wooden and raffia statuette illustrating a dancer wearing the famous Gitenga mask of the Bapende with tubular eyes.
Introduction to our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Dancer doll
Ethnic group/ culture
Pende
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
22 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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