Rare zoomorphic mask - - - Luba - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Rare zoomorphic mask of the Luba from DR Congo, carved in wood, H 45 cm x W 17 cm x D 12 cm, 644 g, authentic/original, dating to the late 20th century, in good condition, provenance DR Congo.

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The rare animal mask of the Luba ethnicity shown here is carved from wood. It represents a mythical creature.
The face is richly detailed with dots in light and reddish-brown tones. The ears suggest a hare, but the mouth is associated with a predator. The eyes are round and light-framed. The mouth is slightly open with teeth showing.

Origin: D.R. Congo
Ethnicity: Luba
Material: Wood, color pigmentation
Size: H 45 cm x W 17 cm x D 12 cm
Weight: 644 grams
Shipping: DHL insured package with tracking number

The rare animal mask of the Luba ethnicity shown here is carved from wood. It represents a mythical creature.
The face is richly detailed with dots in light and reddish-brown tones. The ears suggest a hare, but the mouth is associated with a predator. The eyes are round and light-framed. The mouth is slightly open with teeth showing.

Origin: D.R. Congo
Ethnicity: Luba
Material: Wood, color pigmentation
Size: H 45 cm x W 17 cm x D 12 cm
Weight: 644 grams
Shipping: DHL insured package with tracking number

Details

Indigenous object name
-
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Rare zoomorphic mask
Height
45 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
644 g
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
Private

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