Mask of the Bwami - Lega - DR Congo
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
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This original Lega Bwami initiation mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo dates to the mid-20th century, comes from a private collection and features characteristic small circular motifs.
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Description from the seller
Initiation Bwami mask among the Lega.
Small circular motifs characteristic.
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Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales is specialized in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for over 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 in 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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The height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible deviation.
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Initiation Bwami mask among the Lega.
Small circular motifs characteristic.
Presentation of our house of expertise
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales is specialized in African art and ethnography. A reference seller on Catawiki for over 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 in 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.
Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
The height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible deviation.
Shipping insured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask of the Bwami
Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
5 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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