Ngil mask – Wood, Feathers – Fang – Gabon

Description

Beautiful mask from the NGIL society from the FANG tribe of Gabon.
This mask was carved in a sublime and rustic style. With a long nose and a mouth all under the mask, half-rounded eyes. The mask is covered with a kaolin layer.

These masks were used by the male NGIL society that no longer exists today. This secret society was responsible for the initiation and they fought against witchcraft. The Ngil had a ritual purifying fire symbolized by the gorilla.
The mask is in good condition with a beautiful aged patina and traces of wear and tear. The top of the mask is decorated with feathers.

Provenance: former private German collection.

Object:

Mask

Ethnic group:

Fang

Country:

Gabon

Material:

Wood, Feathers

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

49x22x12 cm

Weight:

1500 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $160.00

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Ngil mask – Wood, Feathers – Fang – Gabon

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