Superb Mask - Lega - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Description from the seller

These Yombé masks were used by Nganga priests in these regions of the lower Zaire, specialists in rituals and exorcists.

An outward and symbolic image of the powers of the priest or sorcerer, each nkisi bore an extremely powerful magical power.

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These Yombé masks were used by Nganga priests in these regions of the lower Zaire, specialists in rituals and exorcists.

An outward and symbolic image of the powers of the priest or sorcerer, each nkisi bore an extremely powerful magical power.

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Details

Number of objects
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Lega
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Superb Mask
Height
59 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
20 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
Authenticity
Licensed replica
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Objects sold
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