Maske - Lualwa - DR Congo

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The Maske by the Lualwa from DR Congo, made of wood, its dimensions are 36 cm high, 25 cm wide and 16 cm deep, weighs 1330 g, in reasonable condition, not supplied with a stand.

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Face mask from Mfondo, of the Lualwa peoples.
DR. Kongo

With a prominent nasal bridge, a concave mask-like face, protruding lips, and rectangular eyes.
The hole between the nose and mouth was originally used for holding a knotted string (kept with the teeth).
Masks of this kind mvondo were used for initiation rites, but also for hunting ceremonies.

Face mask from Mfondo, of the Lualwa peoples.
DR. Kongo

With a prominent nasal bridge, a concave mask-like face, protruding lips, and rectangular eyes.
The hole between the nose and mouth was originally used for holding a knotted string (kept with the teeth).
Masks of this kind mvondo were used for initiation rites, but also for hunting ceremonies.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Lualwa
Country of Origin
DR Congo
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Maske
Height
36 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
16 cm
Weight
1330 g
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Objects sold
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