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230 - Pongdudu (Inizi) Boa mask, Democratic Republic of Congo Mate…
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Estimate €200 - €300
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Pongdudu (Inizi) Boa mask, Democratic Republic of Congo Materials: Wood and pigments. Base included (gallery condition). Provenance: Private collection, Belgium Dimensions: H. 28 cm (41 cm with stand) This Pongdudu mask has the emblematic characteristics of Boa masks: an oval face with oval face with assertive geometric volumes, a powerful rectilinear nose and a toothed mouth with an openwork which gives it a particularly striking expression. The black and white black and white, accentuates the graphic strength of the whole. With its formal simplicity and almost architectural construction, this mask is a perfect illustration of the African aesthetic that fascinated many artists. aesthetic that fascinated many European artists and collectors in the early 20th century. European artists and collectors in the early 20th century. The power of its lines and its direct expressiveness expressiveness are a reminder of the extent to which the arts of Africa have contributed modernity and the decorative aspect of these works.
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About the sale ARTS OF AFRICA & OCEANIA: Three exceptional family collections
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Auction time 06/22/2026 at 2:00 PM
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