Mask Pwoom Itok - Kuba - DR Congo

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€ 85
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Dimitri André
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 330 - € 380
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€85
PL
€70
PT
€65

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This original Kuba Pwoom Itok mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo dates to the mid-20th century, comes from a private collection and features curved facial horns and a remnant of its original headdress.

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Description from the seller

An amazing Pwoom Itok Kuba mask highly appreciated for its three-dimensional variation, with its curved facial horns.
There is a notable antiquity on the inner face. This specimen stands out for its fine, developed horns and the residue of the original headdress.

Introduction to our expert house

Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sale specializes in African art and ethnography. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate nearly 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersions of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping guaranteed 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.

An amazing Pwoom Itok Kuba mask highly appreciated for its three-dimensional variation, with its curved facial horns.
There is a notable antiquity on the inner face. This specimen stands out for its fine, developed horns and the residue of the original headdress.

Introduction to our expert house

Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sale specializes in African art and ethnography. A trusted seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate nearly 100%.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersions of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve price.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Shipping guaranteed 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 Pwoom Itok
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
30 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1543
Objects sold
95.42%
Private

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