Two masks "lukungu"
D. R. Congo, Lega
not available anymore
Size
H: 9 cm und 11 cm
H: 3.5 inch und 4.3 inch
Description
ivory, each mounted on base
“Lukungu” is the final category of all initiation objects that marks the rank of “lutumbo lwa kindi”. “Lukungu” is only brought out during “kindi” initiations. At death it is placed on the grave.
When “lukungu” masks are brought out, they are oiled and then displayed on a fence or in front of their seated owners.
Notices
This object is subject to CITES. Please note that it can only be sent within the European Union. At the present time export in third countries is prohibited, respectively, export licenses in third countries for objects containing or made of protected materials are only granted under stringent conditions.