Ethnographic Arts & Artifacts

October 2227, 2022
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LOT 111

Lot 111

Five Chokwe Masks, two with Headdresses, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, 20th century

Five Chokwe Masks, two with Headdresses, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, 20th century
Lot 111 Details
Five Chokwe Masks, two with Headdresses, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, 20th century

carved wood with fiber, one with fur decorations and inset nail teeth
tallest height 15 in — 38.1 cm

Estimate $150-$200

Realised: $132
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

One with multiple chips, loss to headdress, the others with minor wear.

LOT 111
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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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