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A Tanzanian doll or gourd made from calabash and wood, decorated with glass beads and reeds, measuring 24 cm high and dating from 1940–1950, from a Belgian private collection.
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Very beautiful Tanzanian doll or gourd in calabash and wood
Provenance: Private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
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.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful Tanzanian doll or gourd in calabash and wood
Provenance: Private Belgian collection
Sold with certificate of authenticity
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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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Tanzania
Material
Calabash, glass beads and reeds, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
24 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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