Mask – Wood – Lega – Congo

Description

Lega Mask from Zaire / DR Congo.
Wood with multi-layered patina. Remains of offerings, mica powder, kaolin.
Condition: good with a beautiful aged patina due to tribal use.

Covered in Pembe, white clay, each time the mask is used, resulting in a beautiful patina.

Lega masks, named Lukwakongo, have a standard design, but there are unique masks with symbolic and ritual meaning, made for special occasions.

The life of the Lega is regulated through the Bwami, to which both men and women belong. There are seven levels for men and four levels for women. Masks were used for initiation to the first two levels of the Bwami society and repainted with Phembe each time they were used or displayed.

Object:

Mask

Ethnic group:

Lega

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

21x20x9 cm

Weight:

150 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $80.00

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Mask – Wood – Lega – Congo

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Estimate $100-$120May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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