Mask with a fine-shaped face, the eyes are rectangular on either side of a powerful nose evoking a bird's beak and virility. The originality of this mask comes from its threatening mouth showing sharp teeth. Which is unusual.
The headdress is stylized and enhanced in places with small white dots.
It is a classic initiatory mask of the "Mvondo" type.
Lwalwa people, Luiza territory, Democratic Republic of Congo
Restoration on the lower part (see photo).
Light wood, pigment.
H: 27 cm
Provenance: collected in situ by Patric Claes at the Catholic mission of Luambo in 1972.
Sold with its base
Ref: L5T2OLXSWP
| Ethnic group | Lwalwa - Balwalwa |
| Style | Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style) |
| Period | 20th century (African Masks 20th century) |
| Height (cm) | 27 cm |
| Materials | Wood |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 4-7 Business Days |
| Location | 69620, Ternand, France |
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