Dance mask - Wood - Burkina Faso

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€ 130
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Dimitri André
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Selected by Dimitri André

Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

Estimate  € 1,600 - € 1,800
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€130
BE
€120
PL
€110

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Large wooden mask from Burkina Faso of the Bwa culture, measuring 75 by 37 cm, dated 1910–1920, provenance: private Belgian collection, in good condition with age-related wear and stains, sold without a stand and with a certificate of authenticity.

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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large wooden mask from Burkina Faso.
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Minor restoration on a horn.

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 large wooden mask from Burkina Faso.
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Minor restoration on a horn.

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
Burkina Faso
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Wood
Height
75 cm
Width
37 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1910-1920, 1920-1930
BelgiumVerified
9036
Objects sold
99.2%
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