Los Angeles, CA
Details
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 4ʺD × 9ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Congo
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Antique White
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
- Description
- Original wood carved vintage Lega passport mask from Democratic Republic of Congo. Aged traditional reflective white clay patina. These special … more Original wood carved vintage Lega passport mask from Democratic Republic of Congo. Aged traditional reflective white clay patina. These special passport masks were found in the rainforest region of the Bwami or Lega. They are symbols of the owner's rank within the society and represent moral or social values. They are traditionally used during initiation rites and conjunction with dance, poetry, and song, giving wisdom to members of the society. less
Los Angeles, CA
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