Lot n° 114
Estimation :
150 - 350
EUR
Polychrome Biombo Mask, Congo - Lot 114
Polychrome Biombo Mask, Congo
An elongated facial mask carved from wood and painted with black, red, and light-colored pigments. The face features narrow, slit-like eyes, a long, protruding nose, and geometric motifs arranged across the cheeks. The upper portion is covered by a broad red field. A plant-fiber cord is attached to the top for hanging. This mask belongs to the Kuba cultural sphere and, more specifically, exhibits Biombo stylistic characteristics. The surface shows signs of age-related wear on the polychrome paint, small holes, a crack at the bottom, and traces of use.
Details: Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo Culture: Biombo, a group related to the Kuba Period: First half of the 20th century Materials: Wood, pigments, and plant fiber Height: 33 cm Weight: 265 g
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