Mask - Congo - authentic ritual mask

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Selected by Julien Gauthier

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Estimate € 2,700 - € 3,000

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Authentic ritual mask from the Congo, likely Maniema or Ituri region, carved in hardwood with a dark brown glossy surface and measuring about 25 cm high, dating to the early 20th century (1900–1930) and previously from a Munich dealer’s collection.

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an exceptionally fine and rare mask with highly abstract features from the Maniema or Ituri region of the Congo
Hardwood with dark brown glossy surface..

From the former collection of a renown dealer in African and Oceanic arts from Munich, Germany (provenance will be provided to the buyer).

Height approx. 25cm

Details

Era

1900-2000

Specific region of origin

Maniema or Ituri region

Material

Wood

Country of origin

Congo

Condition

Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear

Height

25 cm

Sold with stand

Estimated period

1900-1910, 1910-1920, 1920-1930

Title additional information

authentic ritual mask

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