Ceremonial bird mask – Plant fibre – Chokwe – Congo

Stylistic African bird mask from the CHOKWE tribe of D.R. Congo. This ceremonial bird mask was used during initiation rituals and also serve at portraying tribal stories that are passed down from generation to generation. Beautiful carved wooden mask, made with an eye for detail. The bird beak can move upside down. As a result, it looks like the mask can talk. There are tribal decorations on the forehead. Good condition with shiny aged patina. Provenance: former private German collection

Object	Bird Mask
Ethnic group:	Chokwe
Country:	DR Congo
Material:	Plant fibre
Estimated period:	Mid 20th century
Sold with stand:	No
Dimensions:	60x30x20 cm
Weight:	900 gram
Condition:	Good condition, used with some signs of wear