Julien Gauthier

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

Original Makonde helmet mask

Originating from the Makonde tribe in Tanzania
Recognizable by their distinctive incisions

This mask was used for ritual ceremonies.

Made from a single piece of wood by hand
Real hair

From a private collection
Origin

Very decorative

Origineel Makonde helm masker

Afkomstig van de makonde stam uit Tanzania 
Herkenbaar door hun speciale inkerfingen 

Dit masker werd gebruikt voor rituele ceremonies.

Uit 1 stuk hout met de hand gemaakt 
Echt haar

Uit privé collectie Afkomstig 
Zeer decoratief 

Our expert provides this estimate to guide you when you’re bidding. It’s based on expected demand and the unique characteristics of the object, like quality, rarity, or ownership history. We can’t guarantee the object will sell, resell or be appraised for this amount.

Authentic Makonde - Tanzania  (No reserve price)

Wood - Good condition

The Netherlands

verified

Verified

Country of Origin

Material

Sold with stand

Condition

Title of artwork

Height

Width

Depth

Provenance

The wooden Makonde helmet mask titled “Makonde authentiek” is from Tanzania, was hand-carved from a single piece of wood, features real hair and carved patterns, and comes from a private collection.

Authentic Makonde - Tanzania (No reserve price)

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Trustpilot 4.4 | 145304 reviews

Share this object with your friends

The wooden Makonde helmet mask titled “Makonde authentiek” is from Tanzania, was hand-carved from a single piece of wood, features real hair and carved patterns, and comes from a private collection.

Description from the seller

Details

Similar objects