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Kifwebe Luba African Polychrome Tribal Mask

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Beautiful LUBA Kifwebe Wood Mask Congo DRC Baluba African Tribal Art Songye 0985: CONGO DRC CUTE LITTLE BALUBA KIFWEBE MASK With their streaks that characterize them, the Kifwebe masks of the Luba and Songye have many similarities, so it is quite difficult to differentiate them wit

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Large Round Tribal African Mask made by the Luba People of the Congo - Early to Mid 1900's: Large Round African Mask Made by the Kifwebe Luba People of the Congo - Early to Mid 1900's. Excellent workmanship and in excellent condition. Paint is faded but wood is still nicely intact and sturdy

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A Rare Luba Kifwebe African Mask with avian finial: A carved wooden semi helmet dance mask with incised linear designs and classic form, a large avian effigy on top, signs of heavy field use and wear. Such masks are danced at ceremonial activities of t

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A Miniature Luba Kifwebe African mask: A diminutive carved wooden mask with incised linear designs and a kaolin clay painted surface, embellished with grass netting. Luba peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 9.5 x 5 inches. A met

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A Luba Kifwebe African mask Ex Bordogna Collection: A Carved wooden dance mask with wide flat face, tall central crest and incised linear designs. The mask shows great age and wear suggesting field use over many years. Luba peoples, Kifwebe society, DR

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A Luba Kifwebe African Mask: A carved wooden semi helmet dance mask with incised linear designs and classic form, signs of heavy field use and wear. Such masks are danced at ceremonial activities of the Kifwebe society. Luba peop

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A Luba Kifwebe African mask: A carved wooden ceremonial mask with a most interesting stylized smiling face and incised linear designs , painted with a heavy kaolin clay pigment and accented with red and black paints. Luba peoples

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A Luba Kifwebe African Mask: A large carved wooden round mask with linear designs and well weathered and worn edges suggesting age and handling over time. Luba Kifwebe society, DRC/ Congo, Africa.

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African Kifwebe Luba People Wood Carved Mask: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Luba people with this striking African Kifwebe wood carved ceremonial mask. Dating back to the early 20th century, this tribal artifact measures 1

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Elegant Luba Kifwebe Owl mask, African mask African Art: A very finely carved wooden mask in the form of a "Night owl" and considered a medium to the spirit world when used in traditional dances of the Luba and Songye kifwebe society. Luba peoples, Congo, A

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Wonderfully Abstract Luba Kifwebe Society mask, African: This is an old hand carved wooden mask from the Luba Peoples, Congo / DRC , Africa. Masks of this type are were used during Kifwebe society ceremonial festivals. The mask was decorated with linear des

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A Luba or Songye Owl Kifwebe Mask, African Art: A carved wooden Dance mask of the Kifwebe society in the stylized Form of an Owl. Luba or Songye peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 16 x 8 inches ( 20 inches tall on professional c

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A Luba Mask: Maske Luba, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 35 cm. Provenienz: Helmut (1931-2021) und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Maske der "bwadi ba kifwebe" genannten Gesellschaft. Solche Masken verk&

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A Luba Mask: Maske Luba, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 40 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Maske des bwadi ba kifwebe-Geheimbundes. Solche Masken verkörperten ein mythologisches

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A Luba Kifwebe Society Mask Ex Barthels , Netherlands: A well worn old carved wooden ceremonial mask in classic round form, linear designs and signs of field use and wear. Luba peoples, Kifwebe society, Congo, central Africa. the mask measures 12 x 13 inc

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Kifwebe Luba African Polychrome Tribal Mask

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This Polychrome Kifwebe Mask originates from the Luba tribe of Zaire, Africa, capturing the essence of tribal artistry and cultural expression. Carved from wood, it measures 11 inches in height, 9 inches in width, and 7 inches in depth.Adorned with vibrant polychrome pigments, this mask embodies the traditional aesthetic of the Luba tribe. Its striking design features intricate patterns and symbolic motifs, reflecting the tribe's spiritual beliefs and social customs.Used in ceremonial rituals and performances, Kifwebe masks play a significant role in Luba tribal culture, symbolizing various concepts such as wisdom, power, and protection. Each mask is a unique work of art, crafted with care and imbued with cultural significance.

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Kifwebe Luba African Polychrome Tribal Mask

Name: Kifwebe Luba African Polychrome Tribal Mask
SKU: 177184707
Price: 42 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $80 - $100

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