Maske Giwoyo - Pende - DR Congo

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Giwoyo mask by the Pende people, carved in wood from the DR Congo, in a private collection; dimensions 48 cm high, 27 cm wide and 12 cm deep, weight 490 g; condition reasonable; no stand.

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Giwoyo mask (bearded man) of the Pende.
These masks are one of the many masks in the Mbuya style that were made to embody members of the community. They are danced in theatre performances and are also used in circumcision ceremonies.

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Ethnic group/ culture

Pende

Country of Origin

DR Congo

Material

Wood

Sold with stand

Condition

Fair condition

Title of artwork

Maske Giwoyo

Height

48 cm

Width

27 cm

Depth

12 cm

Weight

490 g

Provenance

Private collection

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