Hemba mask - DR Congo
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Masque Hemba, a 30 cm wooden mask from the Hemba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, sold with a stand and dating to the late 20th century, in good condition.
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Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tribe name: Hemba
Material: Wood
Dimension: 30 cm
Shipping method: Colissimo within 24-48h; open upon delivery
This mask is a remarkable example of Hemba art, an ethnicity from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
General form: The mask has an elongated oval shape, characteristic of the Hemba style.
Facial structure: The face is dominated by a broad, curved forehead. The eyes are represented by half-closed slits under pronounced brow ridges, giving the mask a serene or contemplative expression.
The nose: The nose is particularly prominent, slender and well-defined, extending from the forehead to the mid-face.
The mouth: The mouth is minimalist, located beneath the nose, and follows the overall curve of the face, contributing to the harmony of the features.
Overall appearance: The ensemble exudes great sobriety and sculptural power. The wood surface shows textures that attest to traditional manual craftsmanship and the passage of time.
This type of mask is traditionally used in ritual contexts related to secret societies or ancestral ceremonies native to Hemba culture.
Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Tribe name: Hemba
Material: Wood
Dimension: 30 cm
Shipping method: Colissimo within 24-48h; open upon delivery
This mask is a remarkable example of Hemba art, an ethnicity from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
General form: The mask has an elongated oval shape, characteristic of the Hemba style.
Facial structure: The face is dominated by a broad, curved forehead. The eyes are represented by half-closed slits under pronounced brow ridges, giving the mask a serene or contemplative expression.
The nose: The nose is particularly prominent, slender and well-defined, extending from the forehead to the mid-face.
The mouth: The mouth is minimalist, located beneath the nose, and follows the overall curve of the face, contributing to the harmony of the features.
Overall appearance: The ensemble exudes great sobriety and sculptural power. The wood surface shows textures that attest to traditional manual craftsmanship and the passage of time.
This type of mask is traditionally used in ritual contexts related to secret societies or ancestral ceremonies native to Hemba culture.
Details
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Hemba mask
Height
30 cm
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