War mask - Kifwebe - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Description from the seller

This fine mask is nicely patinated in white and dark stripes. Well cut pretty beautiful bulging eyes and protruding mouth. Male masks have a crest that runs into the nose. A beautifully striking piece with a lot of expression.

The Kifwebe masks are given supernatural powers and also used to intimidate enemies.

Condition, Good/fair, the backside is missing a chip as pictured.

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This fine mask is nicely patinated in white and dark stripes. Well cut pretty beautiful bulging eyes and protruding mouth. Male masks have a crest that runs into the nose. A beautifully striking piece with a lot of expression.

The Kifwebe masks are given supernatural powers and also used to intimidate enemies.

Condition, Good/fair, the backside is missing a chip as pictured.

Careful registered shipment

Details

Indigenous object name
War mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Kifwebe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Height
36 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
764 g
The NetherlandsVerified
4877
Objects sold
98.54%
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