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Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

This Kuba mask, known as Ngaady A Mwaash, showcases the artistic skills of the Kuba people with its geometric patterns and shell adornments. Such masks had significance in Kuba ceremonies.

Dit Kuba-masker, bekend als Ngaady A Mwaash, toont de artistieke vaardigheden van het Kuba-volk met zijn geometrische patronen en schelpopversieringen. 
Dergelijke maskers hadden betekenis in Kuba-ceremonies. 

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Ngaady A Mwaash Masker - Kuba - DR Congo

Mid 20th century - Good condition

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Ngaady A Mwaash mask, Kuba, from the DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, one object, in good condition, from a private collection.

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Ngaady A Mwaash mask, Kuba, from the DR Congo, dating to the mid-20th century, one object, in good condition, from a private collection.

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