Anthropomorphic dance mask - Ndaaka - DR Congo

Traditional African masks made by people living in the remote Ituri forest are very rare and have only recently been discovered. Their masks are especially fascinating because of their simplicity and their very original painted designs. 1960~1990

This is a very beautiful mask in the style of the Ndaaka. Such a mask is worn by an elder who accompanies young men in the initiation cycle that makes them adult members of the community.

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