Ethnographic Art & Artifacts

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LOT 137

Lot 137

Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century

Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century
Lot 137 Details
Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century

carved wood with natural pigments, decorated with cowrie shells, raffia and beads
height 11.25 in — 28.6 cm

Estimate $80-$100

Realised: $98.40
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century
  • Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century
  • Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century
  • Kuba Ngady Amwaash Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, mid 20th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some chips to back of masks and ears, some loss of pigments.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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