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Mbuti Painting on barkcloth, 20th century

$2,500

£1,891.86

€2,181.90

CA$3,491.08

A$3,911.13

CHF 2,035.74

MX$47,630.12

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Mbuti painting on Bark Cloth Ituri Forest, DR Congo 20th century 34.75 x 12 ins. 87 x 30.5 cm The eccentric biomorphic and linear geometries of Mbuti bark cloths, painted by women, are impressionistic responses to the organic textures, patterning, life forms and play of light and motion of the forest landscape. The abstract compositions evoke twisting vines, webs, fractal branches, insect activity, tracks and animal markings, in a fluid, spontaneous and exploratory spirit. Pounded inner bark fiber, plant dyes. Provenance: Emmanuel Paye Collection, Belgium

Dimensions:

Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)

Style:

Tribal (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Natural Fiber,Hand-Painted

Place of Origin:

Congo, Democratic Republic of the

Period:

1960-1969

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1970

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Point Richmond, CA

Reference Number:

Seller: AM5991stDibs: LU1778239678172

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