Face Mask – Wood – Mbagani – Congo

Description

Face mask from Mbagani / Bembe tribe DR Congo. This type of mask were worn during the initiation proces.
Showing typically enlarged concave orbits and bulging coffee-bean eyes. Good condition with traces of wear and tear. Provenance: former private German collection

Object

Face Mask

Ethnic group:

Mbagani

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

36x20x14 cm

Weight:

1100 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $100.00

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Face Mask – Wood – Mbagani – Congo

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