Mukenge Mask - Kuba - DR Congo

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Maschera Mukenge from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, crafted by the Kuba people, measuring 52 cm high by 40 cm wide by 40 cm deep, made with beads, shells, fibres and fur, provenance: antique market, not supplied with a stand, in excellent condition.

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Mukenge mask
made in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the second half of the 20th century by a group belonging to the Kuba tribe.
The Mukenge helmet mask symbolizes the king Woot, founder of the clan.
The mask is made on a braided helmet-shaped frame, entirely covered with hundreds of beads and shells and further wrapped with fibers, hides, and furs. The proboscis is typical of these masks and signifies prosperity, as it recalls the elephant, the animal symbol of wealth and abundance.
Excellent condition, despite its age.
The metal base is part of the lot.

Mukenge mask
made in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the second half of the 20th century by a group belonging to the Kuba tribe.
The Mukenge helmet mask symbolizes the king Woot, founder of the clan.
The mask is made on a braided helmet-shaped frame, entirely covered with hundreds of beads and shells and further wrapped with fibers, hides, and furs. The proboscis is typical of these masks and signifies prosperity, as it recalls the elephant, the animal symbol of wealth and abundance.
Excellent condition, despite its age.
The metal base is part of the lot.

Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Kuba
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
fibers and beads, Animal hair, Shell
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Mukenge Mask
Height
52 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
40 cm
Provenance
Antique market
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Objects sold
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