Great African wooden mask form the NGBAKA tribe of Zaire. These kind of masks are worn during initiation ceremonies. The mask has an oval and a concave face with an elongated triangular nose. The Ngbaka style is recognizable through their elongated features, a line of vertical scarification on the forehead / nose.
The powerful mask is in good condition with traces of tribal use. Great use of white and red pigments.
Provenance: former private collection from the Netherlands.
Object: |
Initiation Mask |
Ethnic group: |
Ngbaka |
Country: |
DR Congo |
Material: |
Wood |
Estimated period: |
Mid 20th century |
Sold with stand: |
No |
Dimensions: |
25x17x10 cm |
Weight: |
550 gram |
Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |