Bust - colonial - DR Congo

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

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This 36 cm-high polished wooden bust from the colonial period, attributed to colonial culture, dates to the mid-20th century and comes from a private collection in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Description from the seller

Colonial-era bust in polished wood. Likely made to order for a Belgian.

Introduction to our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnographic art.
Vendeur de référence sur Catawiki depuis plus de 8 ans, nous bénéficions d’une réputation solide et d’un historique de plusieurs centaines de ventes avec un taux de satisfaction quasi de 100 %.

As a leading seller on Catawiki for more than eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a virtually 100% satisfaction rate.

Nous accompagnons régulièrement liquidations, successions et dispersions de collections, en collaboration avec des particuliers et des familles en Belgique et dans les pays voisins.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries.

Notre approche se veut rigoureuse, transparente et accessible, avec des ventes souvent proposées sans prix de réserve.

Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Certaines pièces passées entre nos mains ont rejoint des collections privées internationales et, pour certaines, des institutions muséales.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Veuillez vérifier l’état des objets sur les photos avant de placer une enchère.

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La hauteur est fournie à titre indicatif et n'engage pas le vendeur quant à un éventuel écart.

Height is provided as an approximate guide and does not bind the seller to any potential discrepancy.

Expédition assurée sous 24 h, avec emballage soigné, assurance et suivi (tracking).

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Contact 7j/7 : nous restons disponibles pour toute question ou demande d’information complémentaire.

Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Colonial-era bust in polished wood. Likely made to order for a Belgian.

Introduction to our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnographic art.
Vendeur de référence sur Catawiki depuis plus de 8 ans, nous bénéficions d’une réputation solide et d’un historique de plusieurs centaines de ventes avec un taux de satisfaction quasi de 100 %.

As a leading seller on Catawiki for more than eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a virtually 100% satisfaction rate.

Nous accompagnons régulièrement liquidations, successions et dispersions de collections, en collaboration avec des particuliers et des familles en Belgique et dans les pays voisins.

We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries.

Notre approche se veut rigoureuse, transparente et accessible, avec des ventes souvent proposées sans prix de réserve.

Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.

Certaines pièces passées entre nos mains ont rejoint des collections privées internationales et, pour certaines, des institutions muséales.

Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.

Veuillez vérifier l’état des objets sur les photos avant de placer une enchère.

Please check the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.

La hauteur est fournie à titre indicatif et n'engage pas le vendeur quant à un éventuel écart.

Height is provided as an approximate guide and does not bind the seller to any potential discrepancy.

Expédition assurée sous 24 h, avec emballage soigné, assurance et suivi (tracking).

Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.

Contact 7j/7 : nous restons disponibles pour toute question ou demande d’information complémentaire.

Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.

Details

Indigenous object name
Bust
Ethnic group/ culture
colonial
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
36 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1558
Objects sold
95.44%
Private

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