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Description from the seller

The Mahongwé (singular: Hongwe), an ethnicity close to the Bakota, are mainly known for their reliquaries made of copper wire.

We know much less about the masks of this ethnicity, which are also much rarer. They were used as dance masks.

The Mahongwé (singular: Hongwe), an ethnicity close to the Bakota, are mainly known for their reliquaries made of copper wire.

We know much less about the masks of this ethnicity, which are also much rarer. They were used as dance masks.

Details

Country of Origin
Gabon
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
40 cm
Width
18 cm
FranceVerified
34
Objects sold
Private

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