Initiation mask – Wood – Ngbaka – DR Congo

Description

Great African wooden mask form the NGBAKA tribe of Zaire. These kind of masks are worn during initiation ceremonies. The mask has an oval and a concave face with an elongated triangular nose. The Ngbaka style is recognizable through their elongated features, a line of vertical scarification on the forehead / nose.
The powerful mask is in good condition with traces of tribal use.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object:

Initiation Mask

Ethnic group:

Ngbaka

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood, Raphia

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

31x24x16 cm

Weight:

800 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $100.00

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Initiation mask – Wood – Ngbaka – DR Congo

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