Pende Mask—democratic Republic Of The Congo
Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo. Tribe Name: PENDEM. Material: Wood. Dimensions: 24 cm. Shipping Method: Colissimo
The mask has an oval shape with softened contours, resembling a stylized human face.Material and patina: Carved from wood, it boasts an antique dark brown patina with warm, coppery hues, marked by the wear of time.Facial features:Finely carved almond-shaped eyes, outlined in black pigment and accented with light highlights.A triangular nose with sharp, pronounced ridges.A mouth with full, slightly parted lips, revealing meticulous sculpting. Ears modeled in relief on either side of the face.Technical Details and ProvenancePeripheral perforations: The rim of the mask is openwork, with small holes drilled at regular intervals across the forehead and chin, traditionally intended to attach a fiber or fabric collar.Provenance (Frank Rosacher Collection): The back of the mask bears a handwritten inventory label referring to the Frank Rosacher Collection, mentioning the term “Pende” as well as an identification number (1000454092).
The mask has an oval shape with softened contours, resembling a stylized human face.Material and patina: Carved from wood, it boasts an antique dark brown patina with warm, coppery hues, marked by the wear of time.Facial features:Finely carved almond-shaped eyes, outlined in black pigment and accented with light highlights.A triangular nose with sharp, pronounced ridges.A mouth with full, slightly parted lips, revealing meticulous sculpting. Ears modeled in relief on either side of the face.Technical Details and ProvenancePeripheral perforations: The rim of the mask is openwork, with small holes drilled at regular intervals across the forehead and chin, traditionally intended to attach a fiber or fabric collar.Provenance (Frank Rosacher Collection): The back of the mask bears a handwritten inventory label referring to the Frank Rosacher Collection, mentioning the term “Pende” as well as an identification number (1000454092).
1 500 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Length: 24 cm
Height: 24 cm
Reference (ID): 1811807
Availability: In stock
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