Mask - Wood - Suku - DR Congo

The " Kakungu " masks " Mukanda " female circumcision- rites were significantly smaller than their male counterparts (90 cm) The inflated jaws symbolize the beneficial "breath" of the " Nzambi- Mpungu "; God of Creation. Ex. Galerie “ Le Page “ , rue de Le Regence , Bruxelles ca. 1976 Ex. Private collection. Brussels. Semi hard wood type. Red, white, and black painting. Paint loss in both white and red areas' Sledge of wear on protruding parts. Here and there dust deposits ( especially on edge) Around edge attachment holes for raffia collar. Old age crack at the top right. Patinated, dry, inside. Rare mask! Will be sent with Track & Trace.