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Vintage Congolese Chokwe Mwana Pwo Initiation Mask

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Vintage Congolese Chokwe Mwana Pwo Initiation Mask

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DESCRIPTION: Vintage central African Mwano Pwo mask from the Chokwe tribe of the Congo composed of carved wood, woven foliage, and raffia palm accenting. Includes metal stand.
CIRCA: Mid-20th Century
ORIGIN: Congo
DIMENSIONS: Mask - H: 12" W: 9" L: 8"
Stand - H: 12.5" W: 6" L: 6"
CONDITION: Minor wear, paint loss, and a few tiny tears in fabric
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Vintage Congolese Chokwe Mwana Pwo Initiation Mask

Name: Vintage Congolese Chokwe Mwana Pwo Initiation Mask
SKU: 176010863
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

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