Mask - DR Congo
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Lukwakongo mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, used in Bwami rites, sourced from a private collection, authentic/officiel, height 24 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, weight 1 g, dating to the mid-20th century, in good condition.
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Description from the seller
Lukwakongo mask used during Bwami rites. It was placed on a didactic panel and owned by an initiate.
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Lukwakongo mask used during Bwami rites. It was placed on a didactic panel and owned by an initiate.
Introduction to our house of expertise
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and selling is specialized in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with an almost 100% satisfaction rate.
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 within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
24 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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