Mask - Wood - Kumu - DR Congo

This flat, black and white mask symbolizes the "Monkey". Once a year a large "hunting" celebration was held in which various animal species were honoured by the relevant Totemic Clans. Ex. Galerie “ Le Page “ , rue de Le Regence , Bruxelles ca. 1978 Ex. Private collection. Brussels See: “100 people of Zaire” M. L. Felix, Brussels, 1987, pages. 64&65, ill 2 Half hard wood type. Black/white paint. A lot of paint flakes in white portions Left front minor insect damage. Sledge N chipped pieces at edges. Rub sledge on nose ridge. Five glued in rattan teeth. Two attachment holes. Patinated, slightly shiny inside. Extremely rare mask ! ! Will be sent with Track & Trace.