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Fang Ngongtang helmet mask from Gabon, carved in wood by the Fang people, late 20th century, weight 4000 g, dimensions 50 × 30 × 20 cm, in good condition.

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Wonderful Fang Ngongtang helmet mask from Gabon.

The (Fang groups) Betsi and Ntumu call this type of helmet mask ngontang, a term that is a contraction of nlo ngon ntanga, which means ‘face of the daughter of the white man.’ When the Betsi and Ntumu peoples first encountered the Europeans, they believed the Europeans were spirits returned from the world of the dead. Introduced in the 1920s, these mask were a ritual object that fought against malevolent forces such as witchcraft. It is thought the ngontang replaced the ngil mask, which policed the Fang communities and was banned by the French colonial government.”

The mask is in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear.

Fully insured shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with signature on arrival.
May as well be viewed in Vessem (NL).

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Wonderful Fang Ngongtang helmet mask from Gabon.

The (Fang groups) Betsi and Ntumu call this type of helmet mask ngontang, a term that is a contraction of nlo ngon ntanga, which means ‘face of the daughter of the white man.’ When the Betsi and Ntumu peoples first encountered the Europeans, they believed the Europeans were spirits returned from the world of the dead. Introduced in the 1920s, these mask were a ritual object that fought against malevolent forces such as witchcraft. It is thought the ngontang replaced the ngil mask, which policed the Fang communities and was banned by the French colonial government.”

The mask is in good condition with clear traces of wear and tear.

Fully insured shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received with signature on arrival.
May as well be viewed in Vessem (NL).

Seller's Story

Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins. Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins. For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Fang
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
50 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
4000 g
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Objects sold
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