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Initiation mask – Raphia, Wood – Bembe

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Item Details

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Title: Initiation mask – Raphia, Wood – Bembe – DR Congo

Description: Great face mask from the BEMBE tribe, former Belgian Congo. The mask has to faces and is decorated with a full raphia. This type of mask were worn during the initiation proces.
In Bwami society during circumcision ceremonies, flat face masks are worn, showing typically enlarged concave orbits and bulging coffee-bean eyes. Good condition with a nice aged patina.

Details: Object: Initiation Mask

Ethnic group: Bembe

Country: DR Congo

Material: Wood, Raphia

Estimated period: Mid 20th century

Sold with stand: No

Dimensions: 50x23x12 cm

Weight: 1000 gram

Condition: Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $120.00

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