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Old Kongo Woyo Ndunga Secret Society Dance mask

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Old Kongo Woyo Ndunga Secret Society Dance mask

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Description

A large carved wooden mask decorated with painted designs and showing much handling and wear. Woyo masks are used by Ndunga , a men's secret society with a role in maintaining social order and fighting sorcery. As is typical of Woyo Ndunga masks, this one is dramatic and large, measuring 18.5 x 12 inches.

Condition

Fair, well handled and worn.

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Old Kongo Woyo Ndunga Secret Society Dance mask

Name: Old Kongo Woyo Ndunga Secret Society Dance mask
SKU: 86651071
Price: 220 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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