Mask LEGA - DR Congo

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Lega mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, created by the Lega people from wood, kaolin and plant fibre, dating to the early 20th century, from a private collection.

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- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: LEGA
- Material: Wood - Kaolin - Plant fiber
- Dimensions (mm): 500x58x18
- Weight (g): 258
- Shipping method: Chronopost + Insurance

It is rare to find this type of mask in a honey-colored wood like this. This mask indicated that the Bwami level attained by the initiate was high. As a result, his wife, through her husband's status, enjoyed notoriety recognized within the clan. The quality of this mask is exceptional. This mask was not used in ceremonies, but remained in the initiate's private dwelling.

- Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Tribe name: LEGA
- Material: Wood - Kaolin - Plant fiber
- Dimensions (mm): 500x58x18
- Weight (g): 258
- Shipping method: Chronopost + Insurance

It is rare to find this type of mask in a honey-colored wood like this. This mask indicated that the Bwami level attained by the initiate was high. As a result, his wife, through her husband's status, enjoyed notoriety recognized within the clan. The quality of this mask is exceptional. This mask was not used in ceremonies, but remained in the initiate's private dwelling.

Details

Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Wood - Kaolin - Plant Fiber
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask LEGA
Height
50 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
5.8 cm
Weight
258 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
190
Objects sold
100%
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