Mask Pwoom Itok - Kuba - DR Congo

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Kuba Pwoom Itok mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, original, height 33 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, weight 1 g, from the mid-20th century, private collection provenance, in good condition, sold without a stand.

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Amazing Pwoom Itok Kuba mask, highly regarded for its three-dimensional variation, with its curved facial horns.
The headdress is still present, which is not always the case and demonstrates that this is not a tourist object.

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Based in Belgium, our expert house for appraisal and sales specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, 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 a reserve price.

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

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Height is provided as a guide and does not bind the seller regarding any possible variation.

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Amazing Pwoom Itok Kuba mask, highly regarded for its three-dimensional variation, with its curved facial horns.
The headdress is still present, which is not always the case and demonstrates that this is not a tourist object.

About Our Expert House

Based in Belgium, our expert house for appraisal and sales specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, 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 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 a guide and does not bind the seller regarding any possible variation.

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 Pwoom Itok
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
33 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1506
Objects sold
95.74%
Private

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