Guess the mask - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Teke Tsaye Kidumu mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo, a wooden ritual mask in good condition dating to the late 20th century, measuring 43.5 cm high, 39 cm wide and 6 cm deep.

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This is a Teke Tsaye Kidumu mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, traditionally worn by men during ceremonial dances. These masks are circular and divided by a horizontal band, with abstract geometric patterns that symbolize duality in the universe. They are used by the secret male fraternity 'Kidumu' during funerals, weddings and other important ceremonial occasions. They are typically carved from light wood and painted with natural pigments such as red earth (padauk), kaolin (white) and charcoal (black).
The mask is in good condition.
Dimensions: 43.5 cm x 39 cm x 6 cm.

This is a Teke Tsaye Kidumu mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, traditionally worn by men during ceremonial dances. These masks are circular and divided by a horizontal band, with abstract geometric patterns that symbolize duality in the universe. They are used by the secret male fraternity 'Kidumu' during funerals, weddings and other important ceremonial occasions. They are typically carved from light wood and painted with natural pigments such as red earth (padauk), kaolin (white) and charcoal (black).
The mask is in good condition.
Dimensions: 43.5 cm x 39 cm x 6 cm.

Details

Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Guess the mask
Height
43.5 cm
Width
39 cm
Depth
6 cm
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Objects sold
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