Mask - Luba - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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A wooden Luba mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the late 20th century, measuring 38 cm high, 25 cm wide and 15 cm deep and weighing 1045 g, in good condition and used in benevolent purification rites within Luba culture.

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This patterned Luba mask function within benevolent practices that purify the community of the evil spirits of sorcerers. In performance, this mask was complemented by a costume ensemble comprising woven textiles, animal pelts, and plant fibers, which covered the dancer’s body.

Geography: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Culture: Luba peoples
Medium: Wood

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This patterned Luba mask function within benevolent practices that purify the community of the evil spirits of sorcerers. In performance, this mask was complemented by a costume ensemble comprising woven textiles, animal pelts, and plant fibers, which covered the dancer’s body.

Geography: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Culture: Luba peoples
Medium: Wood

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Details

Indigenous object name
Mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Luba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
38 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
15 cm
Weight
1045 g
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Objects sold
98.54%
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