Stick - Bakongo - DR Congo
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Wooden carved staff of the Bakongo people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, mid-20th century, 33 cm high, 1 cm wide and 1 cm deep, weight 1 g, provenance private collection, authentic original and in excellent condition.
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Description from the seller
Wooden staff carved and decorated with figurative bas-relief.
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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Wooden staff carved and decorated with figurative bas-relief.
Overview of our appraisal house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping ensured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Stick
Ethnic group/ culture
Bakongo
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
33 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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