Traditional African Punu mask - Punu - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Traditioneel Afrikaans Punu-masker, a hand-carved wooden mask from the DR Congo in the Punu tradition, dating to the late 20th century, measuring 40 cm high, 25 cm wide and 10 cm deep, provenance: private collection, authentic/original and in excellent condition.
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Description: Beautiful hand-carved wooden mask in the recognizable style of the Punu culture. The mask stands out for its serene facial features, the characteristic diamond-shaped motif on the forehead, and the traditional polychrome finish with white kaolin and dark pigments. The back shows clear traces of manual hollowing and age. A decorative and atmospheric tribal art object.
Style/Culture: Punu (or related style from Central Africa)
Material: Wood and natural pigments
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm tall (including headdress, see photos)
Condition: Good vintage condition with light signs of aging and wear to the paint layer, appropriate for an authentic decorative object. Please examine the photos closely for the exact condition.
Description: Beautiful hand-carved wooden mask in the recognizable style of the Punu culture. The mask stands out for its serene facial features, the characteristic diamond-shaped motif on the forehead, and the traditional polychrome finish with white kaolin and dark pigments. The back shows clear traces of manual hollowing and age. A decorative and atmospheric tribal art object.
Style/Culture: Punu (or related style from Central Africa)
Material: Wood and natural pigments
Period: Second half of the 20th century
Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm tall (including headdress, see photos)
Condition: Good vintage condition with light signs of aging and wear to the paint layer, appropriate for an authentic decorative object. Please examine the photos closely for the exact condition.
Details
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Punu
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Traditional African Punu mask
Height
40 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
10 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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