Great African wooden mask form the NGBAKA tribe of Zaire. These kind of masks are worn during initiation ceremonies. The mask has an oval and a concave face with an elongated triangular nose.
The powerful mask is in good condition with traces of tribal use.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object:

Initiation Mask

Ethnic group:

Ngbaka

Country:

DR Congo

Material:

Wood, Raphia

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

26x23x13 cm

Weight:

600 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $120.00

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