Masque Mwana Pwevo - Chokwe - Angola
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Masque Mwana Pwevo from Angola, Chokwe culture, an original mid‑20th century masque in good condition, height 25 cm and provenance from a private collection.
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Description from the seller
Mask worn by a male dancer mimicking the gait of young girls. Masks of this type, mwana pwo, celebrate feminine beauty.
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Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house 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 satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersions 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 for information purposes and does not bind the seller to any potential variance.
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Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Mask worn by a male dancer mimicking the gait of young girls. Masks of this type, mwana pwo, celebrate feminine beauty.
Presentation of our expert house
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house 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 satisfaction rate close to 100%.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersions 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 for information purposes and does not bind the seller to any potential variance.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packing, insurance and tracking (tracking).
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Masque Mwana Pwevo
Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
Angola
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
25 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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