Women's beauty mask - Chokwe - Angola
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Selected by Dimitri André
Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 270 - € 300
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This original Chokwe dance mask from Angola, known as Mwana Pwo, celebrates feminine beauty and dates from the mid-20th century; it is 25 cm high, in excellent condition and from a private collection.
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Chokwe dance mask "mwana pwo" or "pwo" or "pwevo" celebrating feminine beauty. It was worn by a male dancer.
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Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales establishment specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading 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, 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.
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Chokwe dance mask "mwana pwo" or "pwo" or "pwevo" celebrating feminine beauty. It was worn by a male dancer.
Overview of our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert house and sales establishment specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading 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, 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.
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 for information purposes 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 additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Women's beauty mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
Angola
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
25 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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