Yaka Peoples, (2) initiation masks

Yaka Peoples, (2) initiation masks, 20th c., DR Congo, each made of carved and polychrome painted wood, raffia, textile, etc., approx. 30"h x 14"w x 11.5"d (larger), 22"h x 12"w x 10"d (smaller)

Yaka Peoples, initiation mask, ex-museum, 20th c., Zaire, Africa, dark stained carved wood with pigment, raffia grass fringe, 10"h x 7"l x 6"w (excluding fringe) Provenance: Deaccessioned works benefi

Mid 20th C. Yaka Peoples Initiation Mask. D.R.Congo, Central Africa. Wood, textile with fiber and organic pigments. Size: 23 x 18 in. In very fine condition, showing appropriate signs of use and wear;

African Yaka Peoples Initiation Mask, DRC. Stand not included. Carved wood, pigment, plant fiber, feathers. Ex Collection Prof. Gene R. Shreve, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Size: 45'' x 12'' x 12''

A striking Makunda ( or Nkanda) Initiation mask from the Yaka peoples, DRC / CONGO, central Africa. This mask features a strong and bold wooden mask face and elaborate crown of wood and textiles and s

A striking Makunda ( or Nkanda) Initiation mask from the Yaka peoples, DRC / CONGO, central Africa. This mask features a strong and bold wooden mask face and elaborate crown of wood and textiles and s

A large carved wooden mask with tall superstructure of textiles and rattan, featuring the image of a drummer and dancer. The mask has the traditional curled nose and painted designs. Yaka peoples, Con

A tall and elaborate carved wooden and textile mask used in initiation into manhood dances by the Yaka peoples, DRC / Congo, Africa. The mask has a tall superstructure and measures 32 inches tall ( 43

A carved wooden mask with dancers handle and adorned with rattan and basketry cap and large raffia grass collar. The mask features a brightly painted Canine effigy on front. Yaka peoples, Congo, Afric

A carved wooden Makunda Initiation mask in avian ( Bird Face) form with vegetable fiber headdress atop of wooden face mask. Yaka peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 22 x 15 inches.

A Fascinating old carved wood and plant fiber dance mask from the Kukunda Initiation rites of the Yaka peoples. The mask was created with a wooden face, painted white and orange and decorated with a h

A wooden initiation face mask, DRC, Yaka. 20th century. 14 1/2" x 7". Provenance: The Inventory and Collection from the Estate of Merton D. Simpson. "Among the Nkanu, the initiation of young men to ma

CONGOLESE YAKA PEOPLE CEREMONIAL MASK, Mid 20th century. Hand-made mask used in ceremonies to celebrate the initiation of young boys into adulthood. Initiation "mukhanda" are organized by secret socie

A beautiful carved wood and textile mask with painted designs and overall elaborate style. The mask has a large and full raffia grass coiffure and measures 24 x 20 inches ( approximately ) Yaka people

A Fine Yaka Initiation Mask of carved wooden and fiber headdress. From the DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 22 x 9 inches, a metal display stand can also be included for an additional $40

African Yaka, Democratic Republic of the Congo mixed media initiation mask; the face of carved wood and polychrome with canvas-like headdress and horns; exhibiting full raffia 'hair' and '

Rare Yaka initiation mask depicting an entire character ex col: Leo Marechal, Michel Mouvet - Sizes: H: 730 mm L: 350 mm - Weight (K): 1,1kg - Condition: After verification - good condition - no resto

African Yaka, Democratic Republic of the Congo mixed media initiation mask; the face of carved wood and polychrome with canvas-like headdress and horns; exhibiting full raffia 'hair' and '

A carved wooden mask with raffia grass collar and tall attached superstructure which features a figure bent over and performing an enema. Certainly on of the most fascinating examples we have ever off

Antique Yaka Initiation Mask of carved wooden and fiber headdress. From the DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 23 x 9 inches, a metal display stand can also be included for an additional $5

A carved wooden mask with a charming stylized face and a wooden handle on the bottom of the chin for the dancer to hold. Traditionally danced at the end of the young boys initiation ceremonies. Yaka p

Antique Yaka Initiation Mask of carved wooden and fiber headdress. From the DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 30 x 11 inches, a metal display stand can also be included for an additional $

This is a good old example of the yaka Kholuka masks worn by young initiates during annual ceremonies and dances. carved and painted wood surmounted by painted textile superstructure. The mask itself

A carved wooden Mask with classic upturned nose, colorful painted areas in blue and white and signs of field use and wear. This mask was at one time attached to a large woven fiber and grass headdress