Kifwebe mask - Songye - DR Congo
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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.
Estimate € 380 - € 430
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This original Songye Kifwebe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from the mid-20th century and a private collection, is carved from a single piece and features striations and a high sagittal crest.
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Monoxyle Songye mask from the bwadi bwa kifwebe, famous for its stripes, its three-dimensional variations and its tall sagittal crest.
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Monoxyle Songye mask from the bwadi bwa kifwebe, famous for its stripes, its three-dimensional variations and its tall sagittal crest.
About Our Expertise House
Based in Belgium, our house of expertise and sales specializes in African art and ethnography. A leading seller on Catawiki for more than 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
The height is provided as a guideline and does not bind the seller to any potential variance.
Shipping within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Kifwebe mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
38 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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