Mask - Kumu. - Democratic Republic of the Congo - Mask.

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

Estimate  € 280 - € 330
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Description from the seller

An antique mask named nsembu that was danced during the ceremonies of the Nkunda Society of diviners, which officiated at the end of initiation cycles and circumcisions.
The style is raw and minimalist.
Dense wood.
Dry brown patina from use.

Height 26.5 cm × Width 20.5 cm × Depth 5 cm. Weight 684 g.

Sent by Colissimo recommended.

An antique mask named nsembu that was danced during the ceremonies of the Nkunda Society of diviners, which officiated at the end of initiation cycles and circumcisions.
The style is raw and minimalist.
Dense wood.
Dry brown patina from use.

Height 26.5 cm × Width 20.5 cm × Depth 5 cm. Weight 684 g.

Sent by Colissimo recommended.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Nord Kivu.
Material
Wood, skin.
Country of origin
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Kumu.
Height
26.5 cm
Indigenous object name
Nsembu.
Width
20.5 cm
Sold with stand
No
Weight
5 g
Estimated period
1950-2000, 1940-1950
Title additional information
Mask.
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Objects sold
97.18%
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