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Rare Old Hemba Soko Mutu Monkey Mask, African Mask

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A Very Fine Hemba Soko Mutu African Mask.: A rare vintage to antique carved wooden mask from The Hemba peoples of The DRC / Congo, central Africa. A "Soko Mutu" or Monkey mask with a wonderfully abstract face and well handled mask surface, whi

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A Hemba Soko Mutu Monkey Mask, African Art: A handsome carved wooden mask with exaggerated face of a monkey, stylized nose and big smile! Hemba peoples, Congo, Africa. The mask measures 8.25 x 5 inches

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Rare Old Hemba Soko Mutu Monkey Mask, African Mask

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Description

A very rare old wooden mask from the Hemba peoples, Congo / DRC, Africa. This Hemba mask, known as "Soko Mutu" means “chimpanzee-human,” and traditionally appears at funerals and may also serve protective functions. The reference to the chimpanzee is not a positive one, for Hemba do not admire this animal, but rather regard it as one that can be aggressive and predatory toward people. The mask interior and edges all show heavy wear and handling,decay and (old / inactive) insect damage suggesting actual age and ceremonial use over many years. A display stand is included. The mask itself measures 12 inches tall x 7 inches wide.

Condition

Fair, repairs to decay and damage on one interior edge. Fair condition.

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Rare Old Hemba Soko Mutu Monkey Mask, African Mask

Name: Rare Old Hemba Soko Mutu Monkey Mask, African Mask
SKU: 69873055
Price: 260 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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