1381 of 516 lots
1381
An African Feathered Basketwork Mask, Pende People
Estimate:
$1,000 - $1,500
Sold
$500
Live Auction
September 27th, 2024 Gallery Auction l Paintings, Furniture, Decorative Arts, and Fine Rugs
Category
Description
(Kasai region, Southern Democratic Republic of Congo, probably mid 20th century) "Gitenga," representing an honored male ancestor; painted canvas stretched over a basketwork frame, enhanced with raffia and a halo of large bird feathers, identified as coming from Great Blue Turaco; the basketwork face, 13 in. Diam., approx. 1 in. D
Condition
Additional comments added on 9/19/24:The institution that is offering this item is The Baltimore Museum of Art. The dimensions of the box are approximately 27" T. x 29" W. x 25 1/2" D. Wear and patina consistent with age and origin. Accompanied by a custom-made corrugated plastic crate. The feathers showing some wear and decay, consistent with age and origin
Provenance
Provenance available upon request