Mask "mukinka"
D. R. Congo, Salampasu
sold
EUR 2,000
Provenance
Aaron Furmann Gallery, New York, USA (1967)Evelyn Annenberg Jaffe Hall, New York, USA
Bruce Frank, New York, USA
Size
H: 29,5 cm
H: 11.6 inch
Description
wood, red pigment, entirely coated with copper sheet (fixed by nails), plant fibre beard with rattan bowl, min. dam., insect caused damage (back), base.
Copper-covered masks were considered highest in rank, they were worn at war ceremonies, celebrating brave “headhunters”. The little balls made of plaited fibres appear to symbolize masculinity.