Mask - Lwena - DR Congo (No reserve price)
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Mask from DR Congo representing the Lwena culture, late 20th century, carved from wood with rope, 20 cm high, 18 cm wide and 17 cm deep, weight 500 g, in good condition, provenance: private collection.
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Beautifull aged Lwena mask from Angola. As with the neighboring Chokwe people, Lwena masks representing ideal young female beauty, Mwano Pwo, were danced with male counterparts, Chihongo, during initiation ceremonies and other important occasions to bring fertility and prosperity to the village. Most share the depiction of facial scarification patterns, filed teeth, fanciful and inventive hair styles. They are known for their high level of craftsmanship and aesthetic values.
Material: mask carved from hardwood, mask facered- brownish sweating layered patina.
Condition: Fine aged condition, signs of age and use.
Provenance: former private collection from the Germany.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Beautifull aged Lwena mask from Angola. As with the neighboring Chokwe people, Lwena masks representing ideal young female beauty, Mwano Pwo, were danced with male counterparts, Chihongo, during initiation ceremonies and other important occasions to bring fertility and prosperity to the village. Most share the depiction of facial scarification patterns, filed teeth, fanciful and inventive hair styles. They are known for their high level of craftsmanship and aesthetic values.
Material: mask carved from hardwood, mask facered- brownish sweating layered patina.
Condition: Fine aged condition, signs of age and use.
Provenance: former private collection from the Germany.
Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured.
Seller's Story
Asian African Art is a gallery specialized in authentic ethnographic art. Lately we are mainly focused on African Art
We also have a specialism in golden collectable coins.
Your order is in safe hands, we have more than 50 years experience in coins.
For more interesting items please visit our website: Asian African Art, located in the Netherlands.
Details
Ethnic group/ culture
Lwena
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Rope, Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
20 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
17 cm
Weight
500 g
Provenance
Private collection
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