Large helmet mask - Tshimoana (or Cimwana) - Screen (Kuba) - DR Congo
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The Große Helmmaske is an original Biombo (Kuba) wooden helmet mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the mid-20th century and from a private collection in Cologne.
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Original African Biombo Kuba Helmet Mask – DR Congo – Tribal Art
Description:
Offered is a striking, authentic African helmet mask (slotted mask) from the Biombo (Kuba cultural area) in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The mask comes from a private collection in Cologne.
The hand-carved wooden mask impresses with its classic, cubist-evocative stylistic features and a beautiful, age-related patina as well as authentic drying cracks that emphasize the character and age of this collectible. (Note: The metal stand shown in the photos is for presentation only and is not part of the offer.)
Background & Features:
Type & Meaning: In scholarly literature, this mask type is often referred to as Tshimoana (or Cimwana). Typical features include the arched brow with the raised central ridge, the protruding, slit eyes, the white-reddish geometric triangular patterns (scarifications) on the cheeks, the small protruding mouth, and the characteristic three cylindrical protuberances on the crown.
Use: Such masks were worn during initiation rites of young men (circumcision ceremonies) as well as during funeral celebrations for important personalities.
Details:
Ethnicity / Origin: Biombo (Kuba), Democratic Republic of Congo
Collection: Cologne private collection
Material: Hard wood, natural pigments (White/Kaolin, Red/Tukula)
Age: approx. mid to late 20th century
Condition: Good, age-appropriate original condition with authentic patina and drying cracks (see photos)
Dimensions: Length: 51 cm, Width: 25 cm, Depth: 22 cm
Included: Mask (stand not included)
Shipping:
Shipped with DHL, insured and with tracking number.
Original African Biombo Kuba Helmet Mask – DR Congo – Tribal Art
Description:
Offered is a striking, authentic African helmet mask (slotted mask) from the Biombo (Kuba cultural area) in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The mask comes from a private collection in Cologne.
The hand-carved wooden mask impresses with its classic, cubist-evocative stylistic features and a beautiful, age-related patina as well as authentic drying cracks that emphasize the character and age of this collectible. (Note: The metal stand shown in the photos is for presentation only and is not part of the offer.)
Background & Features:
Type & Meaning: In scholarly literature, this mask type is often referred to as Tshimoana (or Cimwana). Typical features include the arched brow with the raised central ridge, the protruding, slit eyes, the white-reddish geometric triangular patterns (scarifications) on the cheeks, the small protruding mouth, and the characteristic three cylindrical protuberances on the crown.
Use: Such masks were worn during initiation rites of young men (circumcision ceremonies) as well as during funeral celebrations for important personalities.
Details:
Ethnicity / Origin: Biombo (Kuba), Democratic Republic of Congo
Collection: Cologne private collection
Material: Hard wood, natural pigments (White/Kaolin, Red/Tukula)
Age: approx. mid to late 20th century
Condition: Good, age-appropriate original condition with authentic patina and drying cracks (see photos)
Dimensions: Length: 51 cm, Width: 25 cm, Depth: 22 cm
Included: Mask (stand not included)
Shipping:
Shipped with DHL, insured and with tracking number.
Details
Indigenous object name
Tshimoana (or Cimwana)
Ethnic group/ culture
Screen (Kuba)
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Large helmet mask
Authenticity
Original/official
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