Simona Oprea
Head of Oriental Art, Traditional Art & Carpets Evaluation Office; Chinese Language Certificate HSK 4
The photos of the lot are informative and indicative, and cannot provide a highly detailed view of the object from all angles. We recommend a careful physical inspection of the lot before bidding.
The photos of the lot are informative and indicative, and cannot provide a highly detailed view of the object from all angles. We recommend a careful physical inspection of the lot before bidding.
151. Bakongo tribal mask, Congo, approx. 1940
Selling price
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EUR 525
Session
Thu, 15 July 2021 19:00
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A matriarchal society who values independence, the Bakongo is the largest tribe in the DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo) and is a significant minority in neighbouring countries. The total population of the tribe has been estimated at about 18 million people worldwide.
Kongo masks are rare objects. They are exposed only during significant events, for example special initiation ceremonies or legislative assemblies. The object is extremely well crafted, painted with a mixture of soil, kaolin and exotic wood ash.
Dimensions
width 16 cm, height 36 cm, custom 36 Ã 16 cm
Description
exotic wood, hand carved
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Detalii
A matriarchal society who values independence, the Bakongo is the largest tribe in the DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo) and is a significant minority in neighbouring countries. The total population of the tribe has been estimated at about 18 million people worldwide.
Kongo masks are rare objects. They are exposed only during significant events, for example special initiation ceremonies or legislative assemblies. The object is extremely well crafted, painted with a mixture of soil, kaolin and exotic wood ash.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For clarifications regarding the bidding procedure, hammer price costs, guarantee, payment, and collection terms for the winning lot, we recommend carefully reading/re-reading the Bidding Regulations.
For additional information regarding the lot and the auction, please contact the Art Consultants Department.
Dimensions
width 16 cm, height 36 cm, custom 36 Ã 16 cm
Description
exotic wood, hand carved
Brought to you by
Simona Oprea
Head of Oriental Art, Traditional Art & Carpets Evaluation Office; Chinese Language Certificate HSK 4
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