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Initiation mask from the Lega culture in the Democratic Republic of Congo, carved in wood with kaolin, dating to the late 20th century, measuring 20 cm high, 14 cm wide and 6 cm deep, in good condition.

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Lega masks always have special facial shapes. It is from one piece of wood cut and has beautiful geometric patterns. They are rubbed with white kaolin powder each use and then exhibited on a fence. The minimalist mask. Third quarter 20th century.

Material: Wood, Kaolin
Good condition, no restorations.

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Indigenous object name

Initiation mask

Ethnic group/ culture

Lega

Country of Origin

DR Congo

Period

Late 20th century

Material

Kaolin, Wood

Sold with stand

Condition

Good condition

Height

20 cm

Width

14 cm

Depth

6 cm

Weight

126 g

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