Dance mask - Bembe - Congo

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

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Bembe wooden mask from the Congo, dating to 1930–1940, 30 cm high and 18 cm wide, in good condition with age-related wear, provenance: private Belgian collection, one object, sold with a custom metal stand and included certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Bembe wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base

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 Bembe wooden mask
Provenance: Belgian private collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with a custom-made metal base

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
Bembe
Height
30 cm
Width
18 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
99.13%
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