Dance mask - Azande - Congo

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

Estimate  € 1,600 - € 1,800
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Wooden Zander mask from Congo of Azande origin, dated 1930–1940, 28 cm high and 22 cm wide, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, provenance Belgian private collection, sold with a certificate of authenticity, stand available on request.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful and powerful Zander carved wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Pedestal available on request

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 and powerful Zander carved wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Pedestal available on request

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
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Azande
Height
28 cm
Width
22 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1920-1930, 1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
99.12%
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