Mask - Pende - Congo

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

Estimate  € 170 - € 200
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A Pende mask from Congo, dating to 1960–1970, carved from wood and measuring 37 cm high, with a high geometric headdress and a stand, from a French colonial-era collection.

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Description from the seller

Ancient PENDE Mask - CONGO - formerly Zaire
Mask with a face topped by a tall headdress with geometric patterns.
Light wood, in red, brown, white and honey tones, lovely patina of wear on the interior.
Height of the mask alone: 37 cm - Sold with a pedestal
Old French collection from the colonial era 1950-1965

Ancient PENDE Mask - CONGO - formerly Zaire
Mask with a face topped by a tall headdress with geometric patterns.
Light wood, in red, brown, white and honey tones, lovely patina of wear on the interior.
Height of the mask alone: 37 cm - Sold with a pedestal
Old French collection from the colonial era 1950-1965

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Congo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Pende
Height
37 cm
Sold with stand
Yes
Estimated period
1960-1970
Sold by
FranceVerified
72
Objects sold
Private

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