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November Collection: African Tribal Art

Fri, Oct 28, 2022 02:00PM EDT - Thu, Nov 10, 2022 12:00PM EST
Lot 51

Mask, Mbole People, Congo/Zaire, with Stand

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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African Tribal Art: Mbole People, Congo/Zaire: Mask, carved wood in the shape of an abstracted smiling face, with incised dots defining the eyes and nose, and longer incisions above each corner of the mouth. The hair is stained brown and the face is rubbed smooth, showing remnants of white kaolin clay which may have completely covered it. Mid 20th century. The mask comes with a custom-made display stand.

Mbole art forms show the influence of their neighbors, the Lega people.

Dimensions: 14 H x 9W; 21 H on stand (inches)

Provenance: Private collection.

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Provenance: Private Collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, New York

Dimensions: See Description

Condition

Good condition with pigment losses and scuffs consistent with use and handling.
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