LELE Mask Helmet - Lele - DR Congo
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The Lele mask Masque Casque LELE from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the late 20th century, made of wood, weighing 1438 g, with dimensions 29 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 20 cm deep, from a private collection and in good condition, without a stand.
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The Lele mask is a traditional artistic creation of the Lele people, established in the center of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, near the Kuba kingdom. Because of this geographical proximity, the artistic traditions of the Lele and the Kuba share certain similarities. However, Lele masks are distinguished by their own style, shapes and symbolism, reflecting the cultural identity and beliefs of this people.
The Lele mask is a ritual mask of the Lele people. Used during initiation ceremonies, ritual dances and rites related to ancestors, it symbolizes protection, wisdom and the values of the community. Unlike the royal masks of the Kuba people, Lele masks are generally not associated with a royal function, but with religious and social practices.
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Dimensions: Height: 29 cm
Width: 24 cm
Depth: 20 cm
Weight: 1438 g
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The Lele mask is a traditional artistic creation of the Lele people, established in the center of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, near the Kuba kingdom. Because of this geographical proximity, the artistic traditions of the Lele and the Kuba share certain similarities. However, Lele masks are distinguished by their own style, shapes and symbolism, reflecting the cultural identity and beliefs of this people.
The Lele mask is a ritual mask of the Lele people. Used during initiation ceremonies, ritual dances and rites related to ancestors, it symbolizes protection, wisdom and the values of the community. Unlike the royal masks of the Kuba people, Lele masks are generally not associated with a royal function, but with religious and social practices.
Tags: object, cubism, collection, mask, statue, sculpture, figurine, art, primitive, traditional, tribal, USA, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Italy and others.
Dimensions: Height: 29 cm
Width: 24 cm
Depth: 20 cm
Weight: 1438 g
Shipping within 24 hours as soon as we have received your payment.
The package well packaged and secured. You will also have the tracking code for the package in question.
We ship packages worldwide.
Details
Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Lele
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
LELE Mask Helmet
Height
29 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
1438 g
Provenance
Private collection
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