Songye Mask - Songye - DR Congo (No reserve price)

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Songye Mask, wood, from the Songye people in the Democratic Republic of Congo; mid‑20th century, provenance: auction house.

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Mask - wood - Songye - Democratic Republic of Congo

The Songye people, a community in the Democratic Republic of Congo, have created masks that are among the most iconic and easily recognizable African masks for Westerners. They were traditionally worn by dancers during circumcisions or funerals organized by the Bwadi bwa Kifwebe secret society, which is very influential among the Songye.

Mask - wood - Songye - Democratic Republic of Congo

The Songye people, a community in the Democratic Republic of Congo, have created masks that are among the most iconic and easily recognizable African masks for Westerners. They were traditionally worn by dancers during circumcisions or funerals organized by the Bwadi bwa Kifwebe secret society, which is very influential among the Songye.

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Songye
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Songye Mask
Height
38 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
20 cm
Provenance
Auction house
Sold by
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Objects sold
94%
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