this mask associated with with initiation , used by the kunda society of sorceres who call upon the primordial ancestors.
- Height : 34x22cm
- Material : Wood , Pigment
- Provenance: Private Collection
- age : 20th Century
Kumu Mask ” Sembu “
$ 400.00
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 36 cm |
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