Dance mask - Lega - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Lega Masque de danse from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, carved in wood and wood fibre, 40 cm high by 20 cm wide, linked to Bwami initiation rites and from a private collection, with restoration required and authentic original refurbished.

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The Lega masks are used in the initiation rites of the Bwami society. This society is open to both men and women, masks whose kaolin-coated center is heart-shaped. Passing to a higher grade signifies the acquisition of a certain wisdom and individual morality.
The Bwami society organized social and political life. There existed up to seven levels of initiation, each associated with emblems.
Following their exodus from Uganda in the 17th century, the Lega settled on the west bank of the Lualaba River, in the DRC.

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I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
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The Lega masks are used in the initiation rites of the Bwami society. This society is open to both men and women, masks whose kaolin-coated center is heart-shaped. Passing to a higher grade signifies the acquisition of a certain wisdom and individual morality.
The Bwami society organized social and political life. There existed up to seven levels of initiation, each associated with emblems.
Following their exodus from Uganda in the 17th century, the Lega settled on the west bank of the Lualaba River, in the DRC.

Seller's Story

I am a professional seller of African art objects, holding a VAT number.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood and wood fiber
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Needs restoration
Title of artwork
Dance mask
Height
40 cm
Width
20 cm
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Refurbished original
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Objects sold
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