Ceremonial Bird Mask - Chokwe - DR Congo

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The Ceremonial Bird Mask is a Chokwe textile and plant-fibre mask from the DR Congo, from a private collection.

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Description from the seller

Stylistic African bird mask from the CHOKWE tribe of D.R. Congo. This ceremonial bird mask was used during initiation rituals and also serve at portraying tribal stories that are passed down from generation to generation.

Provenance: Franco R. (Germany).

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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.

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Ethnic group/ culture

Chokwe

Country of Origin

DR Congo

Period

Late 20th century

Material

Textile, Plant Fibre, Rope

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Condition

Good condition

Title of artwork

Ceremonial Bird Mask

Height

60 cm

Width

30 cm

Depth

20 cm

Weight

900 g

Provenance

Private collection

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