Masque, de type "fumu" ou "pumbu" ·  R. D. Congo, Pende · ID: 3045328

Description

wood, pigments, raffia bast, cloth, base

The “pumbu” mask type represents the executioner. During the masked representation, he brandishes a huge double sided knife, formerly used for executions. He simulated anger tantrums and threatens the spectators.

“Fumu” represents the “Chief” and is used during dances, which are supposed to amuse the village. The demeanor of “fumu” is slow and solemn, he holds a fly-catcher and a parasol and is sometimes accompanied by his wife.

Both types of mask are difficult to distinguish. Both wear hairstyles with conically protruding scoops.

L’objet Masque, de type “fumu” ou “pumbu” avec l’ID d’objet 3045328 a fait partie de la dernière vente aux enchères 91e vente aux enchères Tribal Art dans 9 mars 2019 le Zemanek-Münster Hôtel des ventes. L’objet portant le numéro de lot 343 a atteint un prix de vente de 2 200 €.

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