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Copper Mask from the Dinga / Ding Tribe, Dr Congo

Name: Copper Mask from the Dinga / Ding Tribe, Dr Congo
Price: 2285 USD
Availability: InStock

$2,285

art classique

Bilzen, BE

Condition Notes: Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less

Description: Period: 19th century Style: Tribal Art Condition: Good condition Material: Copper Width: 20 cmHeight: 28 cm Reference: 1118595 "Copper Mask … more Period: 19th century Style: Tribal Art Condition: Good condition Material: Copper Width: 20 cmHeight: 28 cm Reference: 1118595 "Copper Mask from The Dinga / Ding Tribe, Dr Congo" A rare copper mask from the Dinga/Ding tribe of Southern Congo with a population of only 2000-3000, the Ding people had a very small production of carvings. Their "best known artefact is the ngongo munene hammered copper mask symbolizing the chief of the land. The mask is used for mourning and propitiatory ceremonies of important chiefs and by the chief himself during the initiation of young men Beautiful aged tribal patina Height 28 cm, width 20 cm less

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