Masque Chihongo - Chokwe - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Masque Chihongo, a Chokwe male mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, carved in wood, 58 cm high and 19 cm wide, with a scarified face and a generously sized headdress, is used by men in fertility rites and is in excellent condition.
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In African art, the Chokwe Cihongo mask is the male counterpart to the Chokwe Pwo mask (female) and symbolizes the male ancestor.
The chin is held forward, and the hairstyle is still of a generous size relative to the face.
He is scarified following the Chockwe custom.
Always worn by men, these masks are used in ritual dances dedicated to fertility.
A very beautiful decorative mask that is supposed to bring prosperity and fertility. However, when mastered by sorcerers, they can take on a malevolent character and become Wanga.
Seller's Story
Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
Translated by Google TranslateIn African art, the Chokwe Cihongo mask is the male counterpart to the Chokwe Pwo mask (female) and symbolizes the male ancestor.
The chin is held forward, and the hairstyle is still of a generous size relative to the face.
He is scarified following the Chockwe custom.
Always worn by men, these masks are used in ritual dances dedicated to fertility.
A very beautiful decorative mask that is supposed to bring prosperity and fertility. However, when mastered by sorcerers, they can take on a malevolent character and become Wanga.
Seller's Story
Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Masque Chihongo
Height
58 cm
Width
19 cm
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