Mask "kifwebe" ·  D. R. Congo, Songye · ID: 3035393

Description

wood, shiny brown patina, remains of pigments, typical form, pierced around the rim, min. dam., fine cracks, small missing parts, traces of insect caused damage at the back, rep. (on both sides);
dense parallel striations on the face and the lack of a comb prove that this mask is of female type, called “kikashi”. They represent positive powers and are mainly used at masquerades taking place at night, for example at important moon ceremonies, or in case of the death of chief.