Julien Gauthier

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Despite its appearance, this Bateke/Tsaye mask shows no signs of age or use and was probably made to be sold. The custom stand is included. These flat, round, and abstract masks are adorned with symbols of Tsaye beliefs. Used in the Kidumu rituals, the men's association, the masks express their social and religious values.

 . Malgré son apparence, ce masque Bateke/Tsaye ne montre aucune trace d'âge ou d'utilisation et a probablement été fabriqué pour être vendu .

Le support personnalisé est inclus.

Ces masques plats, ronds et abstraits sont ornés de symboles des croyances Tsaye. Utilisés dans les rituels du Kidumu, l'association masculine, les masques expriment leurs valeurs sociales et religieuses.

Magnificent mask - true - DR Congo  (No reserve price)

2000-2010 - Wood - Fair condition

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Magnifique masque is a wooden reproduction mask of the kwele (Bateke/Tsaye) culture, dating from 2000–2010, originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, measuring 36 cm high, 25 cm wide and 6 cm deep, weighing 1 kg, and supplied with a custom support.

Magnificent mask - true - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Magnifique masque is a wooden reproduction mask of the kwele (Bateke/Tsaye) culture, dating from 2000–2010, originating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with provenance Galerie/Antiquaire, measuring 36 cm high, 25 cm wide and 6 cm deep, weighing 1 kg, and supplied with a custom support.

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