Masque facial "eluba" ou "emangungu"
R. D. Congo, Bembe (est)
Vendu
1 500 €
Provenance
Alain Guisson, Brussels, BelgiumTaille
H: 37,5 cm
H: 14.8 inch
Description
wood, kaolin,
This mask was used by members of the “butende bwa eluba” secret society during initiation ceremonies. It represents the bird “kolyulyo” and is linked to nature spirits.