Mask - Bamana Markha - Mali

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€ 100
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Dimitri André
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Selected by Dimitri André

Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 220 - € 250
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€100
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Mask by the Bamana Markha from Mali, in a private collection, dating to the mid-20th century, 35 cm high, 1 cm wide, 1 cm deep, weighing 1 g, in excellent condition and authentic/original, with no stand.

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Description from the seller

This sale features a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time according to his discoveries, encounters and affinities. The artists often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the strength of forms, the simplicity of volumes and the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to view these objects differently from mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balances, led them to collect these works and, sometimes, to draw inspiration from them. This set thus bears witness to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s gaze and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Presentation of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sale house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we have a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a nearly 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 a reserve price.

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

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as an approximate reference and does not bind the seller to any possible variance.

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.

This sale features a collection of works from the studio of a Belgian painter, gathered over time according to his discoveries, encounters and affinities. The artists often maintained a privileged connection with primitive arts: sensitive to the strength of forms, the simplicity of volumes and the expressiveness of materials, they were among the first to view these objects differently from mere curiosities. Their eye, naturally attentive to lines and balances, led them to collect these works and, sometimes, to draw inspiration from them. This set thus bears witness to an intimate dialogue between artistic creation, the collector’s gaze and a fascination with forms from elsewhere.

Presentation of our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sale house specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we have a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a nearly 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 a reserve price.

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

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as an approximate reference and does not bind the seller to any possible variance.

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
Bamana Markha
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
35 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1477
Objects sold
95.73%
Private

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