Kifwebe mask - Songye - DR Congo
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The Songye Kifwebe mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from a private collection, is 38 cm high and features striations, a three-dimensional form and a high sagittal crest.
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Description from the seller
Single-block Songye mask of the bwadi bwa kifwebe, famous for its stripes, its three-dimensional variations and its tall sagittal crest.
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Based in Belgium, our expert and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
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Height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible discrepancy.
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Single-block Songye mask of the bwadi bwa kifwebe, famous for its stripes, its three-dimensional variations and its tall sagittal crest.
About our expert house
Based in Belgium, our expert and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent and accessible, with sales often offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Please verify the condition of the objects in the photos before placing a bid.
Height is provided as an indication and does not bind the seller to any possible discrepancy.
Shipping is ensured within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for further information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Kifwebe mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
38 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
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