This is a very fine Mbunda Masks , which are characterized by their shape, proportionally exaggerated features . this mask represents a cultural archetype, a hero hunter revered as ancestor . Dimensions : 67x44cm Material : Wood Provenance: Collected in Zambia 1960 , Private Collection Estimated age : Early 20th…
These masks were worn by members of the powerful “Ibuku” society. The fearless “buku” required initiates to produce the head of an enemy or individually kill a lion or leopard. Masks were also used to evoke ancestor spirits and frighten the enemy in battle. Height : 42 x 25 cm…
Looks like the shield of a turtle most of these rare masks would have been worn on top of the head , it was used by secret society , a group of powerful men . Height : 30 x 30cm Material : Ceramics Age : Collected In 1970 , Estimated…
This Pende mask called Mbangu, represents a bewitched man, struck by a series of diseases or curses that wizards have inflicted on him. Height : 30 x 23 cm Materials : Wood, Rafia , Pigment Provenance : Private Collection Estimated age : Mid 20th Century
Songye panel with Named after the men’s society and its mask, Kifwebe controlled the behavior of women and children and collected and redistributed wealth.
This mask used during initiation , circumission or funeral ceremonies a dance will wear the mask and his body will covered with straw. Dimensions : 52x30cm Material : Wood , Pigment , Rafia Provenance : Acquired in Congo 1971 , Private Collection Estimated age : 1st Half XXth Century