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A Yombe Ceremonial Mask

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Description

A carved wooden ceremonial ritual mask painted with mineral pigments and with signs of heavy field use and wear. This mask was worn by a Yombe nganga, who is a shaman or ritual expert. Its white color probably represents the spirit of a deceased person. White was also associated with justice, order, truth, invulnerability, and insight , all virtues associated with the nganga. Yombe / Bakongo peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The mask measures 9.5 inches tall x 6 inches wide. The mask is in fair to well worn condition. There is no display stand included, it was for photography purposes only and does not fit well.Provenance: A Private French collection.

Condition

fair, heavily worn and weathered, possible repairs

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A Yombe Ceremonial Mask

Name: A Yombe Ceremonial Mask
SKU: 177510532
Price: 130 USD
Availability: InStock

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