African Mbuya mask from the Pende, Congo.

African Mbuya mask from the Pende, Congo.

African Mbuya mask from the Pende, Congo, with strongly distorted
facial features. This type of mask can be seen in connection with the
healing of a disease, thus in a broader sense a medical use.
Hand-carved from a single piece of wood, with coloured painting. Date
of origin: 2nd half of the 20th century. Signs of wear, drying cracks.
Weight: 560 g. (19,60 oz.).
Height: 59 cm. (23,23 in.).
Lenght/Depth: 11 cm. (4,33 in.).
Width: 17 cm. (6,69 in.).

The display fixture is not included in this sale.