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Lukwakongo mask, Lega, R.d.c. 02

Name: Lukwakongo mask, Lega, R.d.c. 02
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: Y9VBU88Z84
Price: 1500 EUR
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Old mask presenting an oval-shaped face separated in two by a strongly marked nasal bridge. The mouth is open and the coffee bean eyes are raised. On the sides we can see two circular ears also in relief. This stylized face has been entirely enhanced with white pigment. It is still equipped with a beard of plant fibers.
These small masks called “Lukwakongo” are in reality grade masks which were used during initiatory rites.
Wood with patina of use, slight losses on the back, pigment, plant fibers.
H: 14 cm, with base: 32 cm
Lega people, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Around 1940 / 1950
Provenance: - Ex-Belgian collection
- Collected in situ by Father Baudouin Waterkeyn (1931-2014). He founded the Kakutya mission in Kalima (Maniema province).

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Ethnic group	Lega - Balega
Style	Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (African Masks 20th century)
Country of origin	Congo
Height (cm)	14 cm
Internal reference	240101

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