Dimitri André

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

Old mask of the Tchocwe people (DRC/Angola) with a splendid dark red patina and a large, refined hairstyle in plant fibers.
The mask has restorations.
The indicated measurements refer to the wooden part. The total measurement, including the long hairstyle, is about 60 cm.
Private collection

Vecchia maschera del popolo Tchocwe ( RDC/Angola ) con una splendida patina rosso scuro ed una grande e raffinata acconciatura in fibre vegetali.
La maschera presenta dei restauri.
Le misure indicate sono riferite alla parte lignea. La misura totale che include la lunga capigliatura é di circa 60 cm.
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Chokwe - DR Congo

Mid 20th century - Wood, Plant fibers - Fair condition

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Old Chokwe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, made of wood and natural fibres, dating to the mid-20th century, with provenance from a private collection; dimensions 21 × 18 × 9 cm; condition discreet; authenticity original.

Chokwe - DR Congo

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Old Chokwe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, made of wood and natural fibres, dating to the mid-20th century, with provenance from a private collection; dimensions 21 × 18 × 9 cm; condition discreet; authenticity original.

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