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Descrizione : Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba (Bushoong subgroup), ca. mid 20th century CE. A sizable helmet mask representing the head of a mythical entity known as Bwoom. Comprised of a wooden frame that is covered with burlap as well as sections of hammered copper, several areas are further adorned with cowrie snail shells or colorful beaded strands, a large burlap beard hangs below the chin. This type of mask is one of three types of royal Kuba masks that are understood to embody nature spirits (mingesh): Woot, the creator as well as the founder of the reigning dynasty, Woot's spouse, and Bwoom who, in accordance with various versions of the myth, is believed to be the king's younger brother, a commoner, or a person of Twa descent. Size: 11 L x 8 W x 14.25 H (27.9 cm x 20.3 cm x 36.2 cm) Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #178895
Prezzo: 0.00 USD 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Stima (bassa/alta) : 1400 USD-2100 USD 🔓Senza carta di credito.

Il lotto Lotto n° 191A
Titolo : African Kuba Beaded Bwoom Mask W/ Shells & Copper
Dimensione : sizable
Condition report : Expected chips and abrasions, with indentations and darkening to some copper panels, darkening to some shells, loosening and losses to some beadwork strands, and chips to nose, ears, and areas of peripheries, otherwise in great condition. Nice detailing remaining throughout.
Artemis Gallery, banditore, Louisville, US 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Titolo di vendita : Discovery Sale | Antiquities, Ethnographica, Art
Data della vendita : 28/07/2023 🔓Senza carta di credito.
Riferimento dell'asta : Live Sale

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