Initiation mask - Lega - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Selected by Julien Gauthier

This old authentic mask was used in initiation ceremonies. Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use and then exhibited on a fence (see photo). The minimalist mask. Old tribal used mask. Rare on the markt. Material: Wood, Kaolin. Dim: 33 x 18 x 8 cm, (49 incl beard) 378 gram. Good condition. Registered and insured shipping, combined shipping possible.

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Initiation mask - Lega - DR Congo (No reserve price)

This old authentic mask was used in initiation ceremonies. Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use and then exhibited on a fence (see photo). The minimalist mask. Old tribal used mask. Rare on the markt. Material: Wood, Kaolin. Dim: 33 x 18 x 8 cm, (49 incl beard) 378 gram. Good condition.

Registered and insured shipping, combined shipping possible.

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€ 52

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Selected by Julien Gauthier

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