Masque Mwana Pwo - Chokwe - Angola

Mwana Pwo Mask – Chokwe – Angola

Icon of grace and prestige, a feminine masterpiece of Chokwe art for the discerning collector

This remarkable Mwana Pwo mask embodies the female ideal among the Chokwe, combining formal elegance with symbolic depth. The finely carved face, with half-closed eyelids and the mouth delicately incised, expresses restraint and nobility. The geometric scarifications, meticulously chiselled, recall the traditional aesthetic and social codes, while the hairstyle of fibers and cords enhances the ceremonial presence of the piece as a whole. The old patina, dense and warm, testifies to real and prolonged ritual use. Worn by a male dancer, the Mwana Pwo pays homage to the ideal woman, to fertility, to the continuity of the lineage, and to the memory of the ancestors. Highly sought after on the art market for its refinement and rarity, this specimen captivates with the balance of its volumes, the quality of its sculpture, and its evocative power, making it a premier piece for any collection of classical African art.

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