Mask representing a heart-shaped face. The arches meet and form a vertical line that thickens towards the bottom to form the nose.
The mask is highlighted with red, black, white and yellow pigments.
The face is surmounted by five horns that are usually scattered on the top of the skull. On this example, they are aligned like the fingers of a hand, which makes it a rare example.
Beautiful and well balanced mask that was used during initiations.
Circa 1935 / 1940
Wood, pigments.
Eastern Pende, Democratic Republic of Congo.
H. 26 cm
Provenance :- ex Belgian collection
- ex collection of Patric Claes (a certificate of Mr. Patric Claes is attached)
Sold with its base
Ref: WSRXPXBZK4
Ethnic group | Pende - Bapende - Pande |
Style | Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style) |
Period | 20th century (African Masks 20th century) |
Artist | PENDE |
Height (cm) | 26 cm |
Materials | Wood |
Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days |
Location | 69620, Ternand, France |
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