Mask - Buy Bembe - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Original Bembe mask from the eastern Congolese forest, République démocratique du Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, 50 cm high with 1 cm depth and 1 cm width, weighing 1 g, from a private collection, with its original headdress and authentic, official status, sold without a stand.
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Description from the seller
Mask from the deep bush of eastern Congo.
The role of Bembe masks is poorly understood, probably related to initiation.
Original headdress present.
Former Belgo-Congolese family collection
Overview of our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales firm specializes in African and ethnographic art. A reference 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, estates and dispersals 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 reserve prices.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Mask from the deep bush of eastern Congo.
The role of Bembe masks is poorly understood, probably related to initiation.
Original headdress present.
Former Belgo-Congolese family collection
Overview of our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales firm specializes in African and ethnographic art. A reference 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, estates and dispersals 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 reserve prices.
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
Ethnic group/ culture
Buy Bembe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
50 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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