Wooden mask - Lwalwa - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Wood mask titled Masque en bois, attributed to the Lwalwa of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 35 cm high, 17 cm wide and 15 cm deep, original in good condition, sold without a stand.

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Wooden mask – Lwalwa – DRC

This wooden mask is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Lwalwa, a people established in the western part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Lwalwa masks are distinguished by their strongly stylized forms, geometric volumes, and deliberately clean lines. Carved in wood, this specimen testifies to the mastery of proportions and the graphic strength characteristic of Lwalwa sculpture.

With its defined silhouette and sculptural aesthetic, this piece naturally asserts itself as a focal point in an African art collection or a contemporary interior. The sobriety of its lines and the presence of the wood create an elegant dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics. A piece with character for collectors and African art enthusiasts seeking an expressive and refined object.

Wooden mask – Lwalwa – DRC

This wooden mask is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Lwalwa, a people established in the western part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Lwalwa masks are distinguished by their strongly stylized forms, geometric volumes, and deliberately clean lines. Carved in wood, this specimen testifies to the mastery of proportions and the graphic strength characteristic of Lwalwa sculpture.

With its defined silhouette and sculptural aesthetic, this piece naturally asserts itself as a focal point in an African art collection or a contemporary interior. The sobriety of its lines and the presence of the wood create an elegant dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics. A piece with character for collectors and African art enthusiasts seeking an expressive and refined object.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Lwalwa
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Wooden mask
Height
35 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
15 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
8625
Objects sold
92.43%
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