Splendid Chokwe mask - Chokwe - DR Congo

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Stunning Chokwe mask from the Chokwe people of the DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, from a private collection, 23 cm high, in good condition, made of wood with a feathered headdress.

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Angola, wood, fibers, partridge-feather. The Chokwe use masquerades to communicate with their ancestors and ask them to guide, protect, and educate the living. The feathered headdress, red color, scarification patterns, and teeth of this male mask evoke wisdom, leadership, and status. The Chihongo is the male equivalent of the female Mwana pwo mask.

Angola, wood, fibers, partridge-feather. The Chokwe use masquerades to communicate with their ancestors and ask them to guide, protect, and educate the living. The feathered headdress, red color, scarification patterns, and teeth of this male mask evoke wisdom, leadership, and status. The Chihongo is the male equivalent of the female Mwana pwo mask.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Chokwe
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood, headdress
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Splendid Chokwe mask
Height
23 cm
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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