Mask "muluala" · D. R. Congo, Kete/Biombo · ID: 3041410
not available anymore
Provenance
Rob Vervoort, Brussels, BelgiumSize
H: 46 cm
H: 18.1 inch
Description
wood, slightly encrusted matt patina, remains of polychrome paint, prominent conical-shaped eyes with drilled holes above, drilled holes around the rim, plant fibre cord, min. dam., missing parts through insect caused damage, cracks, slight traces of abrasion, base;
the mask “muluala” showing chameleon eyes was used at funerals of important people.
Comparing literature
Felix, Marc L., 100 Peoples of Zaire and their Sculpture, Brussels 1987, p. 57