Mask Helm Bwoom - Kuba - DR Congo
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Masque Heaume Bwoom, Kuba mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, sourced from a private collection, original/officiel, dating to the mid-20th century, height 31 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, weight 1 g, in good condition.
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Among the Kuba, masks are considered sacred because they embody the mingesh, the spirits of nature acting as intermediaries between the Supreme Being (Nyeem) and mortals. Among these masks, the most important are the royal masks of the bwoom type, which form one of the main subcategories.
Late colonial period collection
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Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales firm specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from 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 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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Among the Kuba, masks are considered sacred because they embody the mingesh, the spirits of nature acting as intermediaries between the Supreme Being (Nyeem) and mortals. Among these masks, the most important are the royal masks of the bwoom type, which form one of the main subcategories.
Late colonial period collection
Overview of our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales firm specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we benefit from 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 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 is guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we are available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask Helm Bwoom
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
31 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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