War Mask – Wood – Boa – DR Congo

Description

Classical Boa-mask with oval eyes, large mouth and ring shaped ears. This type of mask is used war-mask worn by a witch doctor in front of the troops to frighten the enemy and put them to flight. After the pacification of the area, this mask was used to discipline children as a kind of bogeyman.
The wooden mask is in good condition with traces of tribal use which gives the mask a beautiful aged patina.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object:

Mask

Ethnic group:

Boa

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

28x21x10 cm

Weight:

450 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $100.00

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War Mask – Wood – Boa – DR Congo

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