Initiate mask belonging to one of the high ranking members of the Bwami. This type of mask is called "Lukwakongo".
The holes on the edges of the mask were used to hold a raffia beard.
Beautiful expression for this face presenting an open and square mouth.
Lega people, Democratic Republic of Congo
Height: 25cm
Wood, Kaolin
Provenance: collected in-situ by Father Baudouin Waterkey
Circa 1950
Ref: TI2J6TSPSX
Style | Arts Primitifs |
Century | 20th century |
Height (cm) | 25 CM |
Materials | Bois |
Shipping Cost | 18 € |
Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days |
Location | 69620, Ternand, France |
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