Malade Mask - Pende - DR Congo (No Reserve Price)

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Selected by Julien Gauthier

African Malade mask with crusty patina. The Pende often seen as a punishment imposed by the spirits of ancestors. By dancing with the masks they reassured the spirits and they warned the community to observe the rules and responsibilities. Good condition, no restorations. Geography: D.R. Congo Culture: Pende peoples Medium: Wood, old pigment Registered shipment

No. 98863251

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Malade Mask - Pende - DR Congo (No Reserve Price)

African Malade mask with crusty patina. The Pende often seen as a punishment imposed by the spirits of ancestors. By dancing with the masks they reassured the spirits and they warned the community to observe the rules and responsibilities. Good condition, no restorations.

Geography: D.R. Congo
Culture: Pende peoples
Medium: Wood, old pigment
Registered shipment

Final bid

€ 15

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Selected by Julien Gauthier

Estimate € 70 - € 100

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