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Mask – Wood, Raphia – Luba – DR Congo

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Luba masks are rare and are primarily found in the eastern Luba kingdoms. dome masks are very similar to the Kifwebe mask used by the Songye, although they display more rounded features.
[Jean-Baptiste Bacquart, The Tribal Arts of Africa, p.156]
Good condition with the entire face covered in patterns of geometric grooves that are uniquely characteristic of these masks.

Provenance: Manfred Schäfer, former gallery owner from Ulm, Germany. Including custom made stand.

Object Mask
Ethnic group: Luba
Country: DR Congo
Material: Wood, Raphia
Estimated period: Mid 20th century
Sold with stand: Yes
Dimensions: 46x22x15 cm
Weight: 880 gram
Condition: Good condition, used with some signs of wear
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