PENDE CARVED MASK WITH RAFFIA

DESCRIPTION: Central African Pende mask crafted from carved wood and raffia foliage and depicting a figure with a flaring hairstyle, pointed nose, and subtler facial features. CIRCA: Mid-20th Century

Two African Pende, Democratic Republic of the Congo carved wood and polychrome masks, possibly muyombo; each with woven head coverings; one showing long beard trimmed in raffia (stands not include

Two African Pende, Democratic Republic of the Congo carved wood and polychrome masks, possibly muyombo; each with woven head coverings; one showing long beard trimmed in raffia (stands not include

African Pende Mask, DRC. Carved wood, pigment, raffia. Stand not included. Provenance: Ex. Estate Collection Isadore and Nancy Marder, Philadelphia. Size: 26'' x 10'' x 5'' (66 x 25 x 13 cm) (includin

A Fine Old carved wooden mask with raffia grass headdress attachment and stylized facial features. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The Mask measures 11 x 7 inches. A display stand can be included f

A carved wooden mask with woven raffia grass headdress attached. The mask is divided into two contrasting sides painted Black and white. *Of Note the headdress appears to be of two different grassess

A finely carved old wooden mask with raffia grass headdress still attached. The mask features the classic heavy lidded eyes, deep facial scars as well as a well handled surface suggesting years of fie

A carved wooden ceremonial mask with attached raffia grass superstructure/ headdress, with signs of field use and wear. Pende peoples, Congo, Africa. The mask measures 20 x 8 inches. A metal display s

Carved wooden ceremonial mask with an elaborate raffia grass headdress attached. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 18 inches tall x 9 inches wide. A metal display stand can also be

A Carved wooden mask with stylized face and attached raffia grass headdress with three conical horns on top. The mask shows plenty of handling and wear. This mask is a Pumbu Mbuya mask, used in entert

AFRICAN CONGO CARVED WOOD MASKS Two African Congo carved wood masks, including a Pende Muyombo mask and Chokwe mask. Decorated with textiles, raffia, and beads.  Size: Largest; 15 x 6.5"

A carved wooden mask, painted red with classic facial features, attached woven raffia grass basketry cap and small tail. Pende Mbuya masks were at one time used during mukanda initiation ceremonies to

A very uncommon miniature carved wooden mask with stylized coiffure, heavy lidded eyes, incised linear designs and a flared neck ringed with raffia grass. Probably worn as an arm maskette. Pende peopl

Two African Pende, Democratic Republic of the Congo carved wood and polychrome masks; pumbu style; together with muyombo exhibiting beard trimmed in raffia (stands not included); L: 28" &#

A carved wooden dance mask painted black with mineral pigments and it still have the raffia grass headdress attached. The mask is well handled and worn suggesting field use. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo,

Ca. first half 20thC. Very good with no apparent breaks or repairs. Age appropriate wear throughout. Carved wood and raffia standing figure; white heart-shape mask, striped knitted costume, fringe col

Carved wood with raffia grass headdress attached. Note the small mirror embedded into the forehead. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 16 inches tall x 11 inches wide. A metal displa

A Central African Congo hand carved wood mask from the Eastern Pende. The mask has important symbolic and ritual significance. The mask is covered with a beautiful textured patina, red, black and whit

TSHOKWE, ANGOLA CARVED MASK WITH RAFFIA. HEIGHT 8 1/2"

Group of three African Pende carved wood masks; of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; each of various style with painted detailing, including: mbangu, with figure atop; muyombo; together with katun

Group of three African Pende carved wood masks; of the Democratic Republic of the Congo; each of various style with painted detailing, including: mbangu, with figure atop; muyombo; together with katun

Elongated mask of a lighter wood, having a pronounced chin, bat-like ears, slanted eyes, stylized headdress with carved horns. Sides decorated with cowrie shells and raffia. 20 in. and 7 in. wide. Con

These two African Eastern Pende tribal masks are striking examples of the intricate geometric carving and unique design elements characteristic of the Pende people, an ethnic group from the Democratic

A carved wooden mask with raffia grass collar and tall attached superstructure which features a figure bent over and performing an enema. Certainly on of the most fascinating examples we have ever off