Dance mask - Bambara - Mali

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Julien Gauthier
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Estimate  € 550 - € 650
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Bambara mask carved in wood from Mali, dating to around 1930–1940, measuring 51 cm high by 15 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and age-related stains, sold with a custom stand and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity; provenance: private Belgian collection, collection P. V.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful Bambara carved wooden mask
Provenance: private Belgian collection. Collection P. V.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
With a custom-made pedestal

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful Bambara carved wooden mask
Provenance: private Belgian collection. Collection P. V.
Sold with certificate of authenticity
With a custom-made pedestal

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Mali
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Bambara
Height
51 cm
Width
15 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
8988
Objects sold
99.16%
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