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Sculpture - Shoowa-Kuba - DR Congo
Nr. 83943989
Nr. 83943989
Bwoom mask
Mid century XX
Old Danish collection - Ex auction room Sint Idesbald
Kuba mythology revolves around three figures, each represented by a masquerade character: Woot, the creator and founder of the ruling dynasty; Woot’s spouse; and Bwoom. Bwoom’s specific identity varies according to different versions of the myth. He may represent the king’s younger brother, a person of Twa descent, or a commoner. Embodying a subversive force within the royal court, the Bwoom masquerade is often performed in conflict with the masked figure representing Woot.
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