For the Songye, the term kifwebe generically means mask. This designation, kifwebe, was used for the first time in 1905-1906 . The first cults of kifwebe masks began at the turn of the 20th century. this mask became an instrument of social power , color of this mask are symbolic…
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
Bwami Society Mask , Men in Lega culture enter the centuries old Bwami society to learn skills and wisdom for life that are taught to initiates through art. Height : 22x13cm Material : Wood , Pigment , Rafia Provenace : Private Collection Estimated Age : 20th Century