Wooden mask - Tchokwe - Angola (No reserve price)

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The wooden mask titled Masque en bois is attributed to the Tchokwe tradition in Angola, dates from the late 20th century and measures 30 × 18 × 15 cm.

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Wooden Mask – Chokwe – Angola

This wooden mask is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Chokwe, a people found in Angola, among other places. Their art is distinguished by its rich sculptural forms and by the importance of masks in cultural and ceremonial traditions. Chokwe works bear witness to craftsmanship passed down through generations and to a remarkable artistic heritage in Central Africa.

With its expressive character and sculptural presence, this mask is of particular interest to collectors of African art and enthusiasts of ethnographic objects. It fits equally well in a specialized collection or a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Wooden Mask – Chokwe – Angola

This wooden mask is attributed to the artistic tradition of the Chokwe, a people found in Angola, among other places. Their art is distinguished by its rich sculptural forms and by the importance of masks in cultural and ceremonial traditions. Chokwe works bear witness to craftsmanship passed down through generations and to a remarkable artistic heritage in Central Africa.

With its expressive character and sculptural presence, this mask is of particular interest to collectors of African art and enthusiasts of ethnographic objects. It fits equally well in a specialized collection or a contemporary interior, where it creates a harmonious dialogue between cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Tchokwe
Country of Origin
Angola
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Wooden mask
Height
30 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
15 cm
FranceVerified
8694
Objects sold
91.78%
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