Anthropomorphic Mask - Democratic Republic Of Congo - First Half Of The 20th Century
Anthropomorphic mask
Lega culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo
First half of the 20th century
Wood and pigments
H.: 17.5; W.: 11.5 cm
A small anthropomorphic mask carved from a single piece of wood, featuring finely drawn brow ridges that meet to form a slender nasal ridge – thus creating a stylised heart shape.
Its coffee-bean-shaped eyes are openwork and highlighted with white kaolin pigments. Its small mouth is also openwork, forming an irregular horizontal slit.
This mask was used in the Bwani initiation rite.
It bears an old collector’s label on the reverse.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref.: 6980
Lega culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo
First half of the 20th century
Wood and pigments
H.: 17.5; W.: 11.5 cm
A small anthropomorphic mask carved from a single piece of wood, featuring finely drawn brow ridges that meet to form a slender nasal ridge – thus creating a stylised heart shape.
Its coffee-bean-shaped eyes are openwork and highlighted with white kaolin pigments. Its small mouth is also openwork, forming an irregular horizontal slit.
This mask was used in the Bwani initiation rite.
It bears an old collector’s label on the reverse.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref.: 6980
980 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1747497
Availability: In stock
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