Dance mask - Kumu - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Kumu dance mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, made of wood, raffia, tree bark and beads, dating to the late 20th century, with a shallow carved base and animal-inspired decoration, weighing 1 kg and measuring 32 cm high by 24 cm wide, provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, in good condition and sold without a stand, restored from the village of origin on the left.
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Mask of the Kumu whose pastillage bears the imprint of pygmy influence according to Marc Félix; African masks produced by the clans living north of the Ituri region tend to adopt stylized features carved on a shallow base, and their decoration evokes the animal world, accompanied by pigments in colors similar to those that adorn bodies on the occasion of initiation rites.
The Kumu, also known as Bakumu, live mainly in the Northeast and center of the DRC. Their Bantu language is Komo or Kikomo.
Several ethnic groups are closely interwoven, with similar associations: the Mbole, the Yela, the Lengola and Metoko.
NB: Our packages are shipped with warranty, insurance and receipts
NB: Restored from the village of origin on the left side.
Seller's Story
I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
Translated by Google TranslateMask of the Kumu whose pastillage bears the imprint of pygmy influence according to Marc Félix; African masks produced by the clans living north of the Ituri region tend to adopt stylized features carved on a shallow base, and their decoration evokes the animal world, accompanied by pigments in colors similar to those that adorn bodies on the occasion of initiation rites.
The Kumu, also known as Bakumu, live mainly in the Northeast and center of the DRC. Their Bantu language is Komo or Kikomo.
Several ethnic groups are closely interwoven, with similar associations: the Mbole, the Yela, the Lengola and Metoko.
NB: Our packages are shipped with warranty, insurance and receipts
NB: Restored from the village of origin on the left side.
Seller's Story
I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
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Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Kumu
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood, raffia, tree bark, and beads
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Dance mask
Height
32 cm
Width
24 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
