Coiffe Bilondo - The League - DR Congo
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Coiffe Bilondo, an original Lega Bwami headdress from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, provenance private collection.
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Description from the seller
Headdress worn by a senior member of the Bwami initiatory society among the Lega. It is a beautiful prestigious object covered with colorful buttons.
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Headdress worn by a senior member of the Bwami initiatory society among the Lega. It is a beautiful prestigious object covered with colorful buttons.
Introducing our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a near 100% customer satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighbouring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping is arranged 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
Coiffe Bilondo
Ethnic group/ culture
The League
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
17 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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