Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 5ʺD × 16.5ʺH
- 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 Songye Kifwebe mask is used by members of the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Made in the DR Congo, … more This Songye Kifwebe mask is used by members of the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. Made in the DR Congo, it measures approximately 16.5" in height, 8" in width, and 5" in depth. The mask features bright, colorful pigment stripes in beige, brown, and mustard. The face is covered with linear incisions and a square, protruding mouth. These masks are used during initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies and hold great magical power depending on the size of the central crest. See the amazing details and colors in person! less
Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
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