Masque facial "eluba" ou "emangungu" · R. D. Congo, Bembe (est) · ID: 3044906
Vendu
1 500 €
Provenance
Alain Guisson, Brussels, BelgiumDescription
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.
Littérature comparée
Felix, Marc L., Maniema, München 1989, p. 158