Mask – Wood – LEGA – DR Congo

Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lega peoples, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A delightful mask of an elegant human face. Narrow, small eyes and mouth surround a long, thin nose. T

Lega, Zaire (DR Congo), wood ceremonial mask, darkened patina, white pigment with mineral deposits, 8.75"h x 6.75"w x 2"d PROVENANCE:From the estate of Professor Philip Gould, New York

Title: Great African Lukwakongo mask - LEGA - Origin: D.R. Congo, Africa Date: 2nd half 20th century Materials: Wood, pigments Size: 31,5 x 18 cm The life of the Lega (Warega) is controlled by the Bwa

Two Central African Wood CarvingsTwo Central African wood carvings: probably DR of Congo Lega circular double face mask; together with Gabon Fang Nlo Bieri reliquary head (typical wear); L: 18" (longe

Group (5) African style masks, Including Dan, Teke, Pende, Kub and Lega, Ivory Coast and DR Congo, carved and pigmented wood, beads, cowry shells, and vegetable fibers, 31,5"h x 9"w (largest), 15"h x

Lega peoples style carved wood mask, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, 20th century. Approximate size, 10"H. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Dr. Philip Gould, New York

Lega Peoples, tribal carved mask, ex-museum, DR Congo, carved and stained wood, oblong face, museum accession number to side edge, 9.25"h x 4.75"w x 1"d Provenance: Deaccessioned works benefiting the

Powerfull wooden Katanda figure from the Lega tribe of DR Congo. Within the context of the Bwami society one finds a number of fixed representations of important social themes. One is Katanda. Katanda

These masks were used for initiation ceremonies. Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is made from and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use a

Beautiful Lega Mask from Zaire or 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, wh

Great Lukwakongo mask from a Dutch private collection. The life of the Juri / Lega (Warega) is controlled by the Bwami where men member of both women are. There are seven levels for men, four for wome

Great Bushoong Bwoom Royal mask.This mask is generally called a Nyet mask. Horns were sometimes added to a mask for the image of power and strength.There are more than twenty different types of masks

Powerful Kumu mask from the Ituri rainforest of D.R. Congo. Kumu masks are among the most important objects in their culture. They are used by the Nkunda society of sorcerers who call upon the primord

Title: Kete Mask – Wood – Kuba – DR Congo Provenance/Additional Info: Stylistic wooden Kuba Kete mask from DR Congo. Good patina with traces of tribal use. The Kete people lived along the southe

Wood. Lega, D.R of Congo. 15 - 12 - 10cm

Large Pende mask, named Pumbu Chiefs mask. Of the three masks belonging to the chiefly regalia of the Eastern Pende people, Pumbu is deemed the most dangerous and is reserved for only the most powerfu

Title: Nkisi triple faces mask - Nail, Wood - Bakongo - DR Congo Description: Striking Nkisi Bakongo mask from DR Congo with three faces. In order to stimulate and obtain a spirit`s protection, Kongo

DescriptionBeautifull stylistic Chihongo mask from the CHOKWE tribe, Angola.The most popular and best-known entertainment masks are Chihongo, spirit of wealth, and pwo, his consort. Gaunt features, su

Title: Triple Faces Mask – Wood – Bwami – Lega / Legnola – DR Congo Provenance/Additional Info: Masks like these were used in instruction and initiation ceremonies into the five progressive le

Title: Circumcision Mask – Wood – Bena Lulua – DR Congo Provenance/Additional Info: Stylistic mask from the LULUA people of DR Congo. Lulua masks are rare and were probably used during circumcis

Title: Giphogo Mask – Wood – Eastern Pende – DR Congo Provenance/Additional Info: Antelope mask from the Eastern Pende Peoples. This is a very nice classic mask of this type with beautiful forma

Title: Circumcision Mask – Wood – Bena Lulua – DR Congo Provenance/Additional Info: Stylistic mask from the LULUA people of DR Congo. Lulua masks are extremely rare and were probably used during

A TRIBAL LEGA MASK. DR Congo. 16cm x 9cm x 29cm

Title: Kidumu Pasport Mask (3)- Wood - Teke - DR Congo Description: Typical Kidumu pasport mask from the Teke community. In total 3 pieces This kind of masks were used in important meetings, at funera