Great wooden figure from the Salampasu tribe of DR Congo. SALAMPASU are famous and are characterized by a bulging forehead, slanted eyes, a triangular nose and a rectangular mouth displaying filed teeth. It was used for initiation ceremonies related to the warriors` society. (The Tribal Arts of Africa, Jean-Baptiste Bacquart, p180) The 60,000 SALAMPASU people live on the frontier between the D.R. Congo and Angola. The mask is in good condition and has a powerful appearance. Provenance: former private German collection. Shipping within 24 hours after the payment is received. Tracking number will be provided. Signature upon delivery. Fully insured. May as well be viewed or picked up in Vessem (NL).