Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 8.25ʺW × 5ʺD × 16ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- 1980s
- 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
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- minor loss/good minor loss/good less
- Description
- This African Songye Kifwebe mask, measuring approximately 16" h by 8.25" w and 5" deep, is traditionally used by members … more This African Songye Kifwebe mask, measuring approximately 16" h by 8.25" w and 5" deep, is traditionally used by members of the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. The term "Kifwebe" translates to "mask" in the Songye language. In most cases, the face is decorated with pigmented linear incisions and features a protruding, square mouth. A central crest signifies a masculine mask, while a lack of crest indicates a feminine mask. less
Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
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