Kifwebe Mask – Wood – Songye – Congo DRC

Description

Beautiful small Kifwebe mask from the SONGYE tribe of D.R. Congo. They are called Kifwebe, which means `mask`in the Songye language. Typically, it has a face covered with linear incisions, a square protruding mouth and a linear nose set between globular pierced eyes. This is a female mask with plain coiffure.

During initiation, circumcision or funeral ceremonies, a dancer will wear the mask and his body will be covered with straw. The dancer who wears the female mask displays more gentle and controlled movements and is assumed to be associated with reproduction ceremonies.
Good condition with traces of wear and tear.

Object:

Kifwebe Mask

Ethnic group:

Songye

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood

Period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

20x13x9 cm

Weight:

120 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $80.00

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Kifwebe Mask – Wood – Songye – Congo DRC

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

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