Mask - Tabwa - DR Congo
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Powerful Tabwa mask from DR Congo, carved in wood with a height of 32 cm, width 30 cm and depth 29 cm, in good condition, provenance Private collection (Franco R., Dramstadt, Germany), featuring cauri-shell eyes and a simian open mouth as described.
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Powerful Tabwa mask from DR Congo. Apart from the well known bushcow masks, the Tabwa have also, though in a small number, produced other types of masks, among which is the present example. Striking features here are the large orbits, the triangular nose and and the simian open mouth. The eyes are typically made from cauri shells. Good condition with traces of tribal use.
Provenance: Franco R., Dramstadt (Germany).
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Powerful Tabwa mask from DR Congo. Apart from the well known bushcow masks, the Tabwa have also, though in a small number, produced other types of masks, among which is the present example. Striking features here are the large orbits, the triangular nose and and the simian open mouth. The eyes are typically made from cauri shells. Good condition with traces of tribal use.
Provenance: Franco R., Dramstadt (Germany).
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Details
Ethnic group/ culture
Tabwa
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
32 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
29 cm
Weight
1900 g
Provenance
Private collection
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