Figure - Makondé - Tanzania

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€ 50
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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  € 400 - € 450
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Description from the seller

Very beautiful large Makonde wooden statuette from Tanzania
Provenance: Private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with metal base

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Very beautiful large Makonde wooden statuette from Tanzania
Provenance: Private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
Sold with metal base

Seller's Story

Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects. Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Tanzania
Material
Wood
Ethnic group/culture
Makondé
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
80 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
BelgiumVerified
9094
Objects sold
99.74%
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