Case mask - Colonial era - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Dimitri André
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Selected by Dimitri André

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

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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The 25 cm Masque de case is an original mid-20th-century object from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, associated with the colonial era and from a private collection.

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Introduction to our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnographic art.

A leading seller on Catawiki for over eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

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

Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often 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 items in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as a guide and does not bind the seller regarding any potential variation.

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

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

Introduction to our appraisal house

Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house specializes in African art and ethnographic art.

A leading seller on Catawiki for over eight years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a track record of several hundred sales with a satisfaction rate close to 100%.

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

Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often 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 items in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as a guide and does not bind the seller regarding any potential variation.

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

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

Details

Indigenous object name
Case mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Colonial era
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
25 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1543
Objects sold
95.42%
Private

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