Julien Gauthier

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

) African mask of the Gogo type, carved on the eve of the ceremonies. Bocong masks also appeared during initiations, out of sight of the laypeople. These masks were charged with designating the culprits of bad actions within the village. Erosions and chips.

The Bocongo are established in a region extending into the Congo

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Masque africain de type gogo.qui était sculpté à la veille des cérémonies. Les masques bocong apparaissaient en outre au cours des initiations, hors de la vue des profanes. Ces masques étaient chargés de désigner les coupables de mauvaises actions au sein du village. Erosions et éclats.

Les bocongo sont établis dans une région s'étendant Congo 

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Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes

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African wooden mask of the Gogo type from Congo, 35 cm high and 15 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age.

Mask - Congo (No reserve price)

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African wooden mask of the Gogo type from Congo, 35 cm high and 15 cm wide, in good condition with some wear and stains due to age.

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