Rare MBOLE BAMBOLE Mask Congo Rdc Zaire Kongo African Tribal Art 1311
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CONGO DRC
RARE MBOLE
Lilwa Society Mask
Bambole are a people whose rites have remained rather mysterious to us.
The society of the Lilwa (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega) organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among other things the well-kept secrets)
Their art is best known for the famous "OFIKA", sculptures of hanged criminals, masks are more rare
They live in the "central basin", they are neighbors of the Kela, the Yela, the Jonga and the Lengola
Characteristics:
TYPE OF OBJECT: Mask.
ETHNICAL GROUP: Mbole - Bambole
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Congo
(ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
MATERIAL: Wood.
DIMENSIONS: About 10 inches high.
CONDITION: Medium
Please have a look on pictures.
Stand display is NOT included
Reserve: $325.00
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $35.00to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Belgium
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RARE MBOLE
Lilwa Society Mask
Bambole are a people whose rites have remained rather mysterious to us.
The society of the Lilwa (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega) organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among other things the well-kept secrets)
Their art is best known for the famous "OFIKA", sculptures of hanged criminals, masks are more rare
They live in the "central basin", they are neighbors of the Kela, the Yela, the Jonga and the Lengola
Characteristics:
TYPE OF OBJECT: Mask.
ETHNICAL GROUP: Mbole - Bambole
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Congo
(ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
MATERIAL: Wood.
DIMENSIONS: About 10 inches high.
CONDITION: Medium
Please have a look on pictures.
Stand display is NOT included
Reserve: $325.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Rare MBOLE BAMBOLE Mask Congo Rdc Zaire Kongo African Tribal Art 1311
Estimate $400 - $500
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