1191 - Mangbetu hat, Mangbetu people, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 20th century

Mangbetu hat, Mangbetu people, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 20th century Basketry and feathers. Dimensions: 28 x 12 cm. Traditional African headdress made of braided plant fiber and embellished with feathers, belonging to the material culture of the Mangbetu people. The piece exemplifies a form of personal adornment and ceremonial representation, in which the elegance of the form, the lightness of the materials, and the symbolic value of the ornament combine to create an object of remarkable ethnographic and decorative power. It stands out for the simplicity of its structure, the rich texture of the basketry, and the refined contrast provided by the feathers, within a tradition particularly valued for the formal and aesthetic uniqueness of its creations. Item is located in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.