Initiation mask from galerie. The NGBAKA people of northwest Zaire use masks representing ancestor spirits in elaborate initiation ceremonies. With similarities in style to Bembe and especially Lega masks, Mbaka masks are quite rare and recognizable primarilly for their ridged noses. This mask shows signs of decades of tribal use. Date: 3th or 4th quarter 20th century Geography: Zaïre, Africa Culture: Ngbaka of Mbaka Condition: Good old condition, some minor chips due use. Custom made stand included. Careful registered sending