Zemanek-Münster

Miniature mask "kifwebe"

D. R. Congo, Songye
not available anymore
Provenance
Didier Claes, Brussels, Belgium
Size
H: 12,5 cm
H: 4.9 inch

Description

wood, blackish brown patina, remains of pigments, showing typical form and facial features, male type “kilume” (high forehead crest), min. dam., slight traces of abrasion, on base;
miniature masks embody the big mask figures and were taken along to keep in touch with the helping spirits even when travelling.


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