War Mask - Boa - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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War Mask, a Boa wood mask from DR Congo, reproduced as a replica, 30 cm high, 18 cm wide, 14 cm deep, weighing 500 g, from a private collection and in good condition.
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Description from the seller
Classical Boa-mask with oval eyes, large mouth and ring shaped ears. This type of mask is used war-mask worn by a witch doctor in front of the troops to frighten the enemy and put them to flight. After the pacification of the area, this mask was used to discipline children as a kind of bogeyman.
The wooden mask is in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear. The mask has a wonderful aged patina.
Provenance: former private collection from Germany.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up at our gallery in Vessem (NL).
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Classical Boa-mask with oval eyes, large mouth and ring shaped ears. This type of mask is used war-mask worn by a witch doctor in front of the troops to frighten the enemy and put them to flight. After the pacification of the area, this mask was used to discipline children as a kind of bogeyman.
The wooden mask is in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear. The mask has a wonderful aged patina.
Provenance: former private collection from Germany.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
May as well be viewed and picked up at our gallery in Vessem (NL).
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Details
Ethnic group/ culture
Boa
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
War Mask
Height
30 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
14 cm
Weight
500 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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