Mask - Fang - Gabon (No reserve price)
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Masque of Justice Ngil, a Fang mask from Gabon, carved wood with kaolin, dating to the late 20th century, 40 cm high and 25 cm wide, in excellent condition and authentic.
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Ngil Justice Mask – Fang, Gabonese tribe.
Wood, kaolin.
The mask was worn at night, during judicial proceedings in which the great initié, under the mask, went from house to house to have the guilty party reveal himself to him in matters, often homicide cases.
Once the author was identified, the wearer of the mask had the authority to pronounce the sentence, most often death.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is chosen for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
Translated by Google TranslateNgil Justice Mask – Fang, Gabonese tribe.
Wood, kaolin.
The mask was worn at night, during judicial proceedings in which the great initié, under the mask, went from house to house to have the guilty party reveal himself to him in matters, often homicide cases.
Once the author was identified, the wearer of the mask had the authority to pronounce the sentence, most often death.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent.
Each piece is chosen for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Ethnic group/ culture
Fang
Country of Origin
Gabon
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
40 cm
Width
25 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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