Superb amulet mask "ikoko" ·  R. D. Congo, Pende · ID: 3039719

Description

ivory, dark pigment in the deepenings, regular facial features, lowered nearly closed lids with drilled pupils underneath, coiffure in three jags, two drilled holes for attachment, base;
such pendant masks were invoked during healing rites, where the patient was obliged to wear a miniature version of the mask around the neck, by way of protection. These pendants were formerly presented as trophies to the boys following their initiation “mukanda”. It is apparent, that “ikoko” are mostly copies of masks known for their healing powers. Evidently it is the “phumbu” mask, which is usually portrayed in this way.

L’objet Superb amulet mask “ikoko” avec l’ID d’objet 3039719 a fait partie de l’enchère 81st Tribal Art Auction en 31 octobre 2015 pour la dernière fois le Zemanek-Münster Hôtel des ventes et avait le numéro de lot 476.

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