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A Rare Mbole Plaque Mask Ex Levitt
A Rare Mbole Plaque Mask Ex Levitt
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A very rare and fascinating carved wooden plaque mask with simplistic facial features and incised designs, accented with mineral pigments. Mbole peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. The rites and practices of the Mbole people, who inhabit the east-central region of the equatorial forest in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, are as mysterious as their objects are rare. In this very hierarchical and patriarchal society the lilwa society organization plays an essential role, similar to that of the bwami society amongst the neighboring Lega people. Lilwa is responsible for governing social relations and organizing initiation rituals. This mask likely played a part in their society rituals. The mask itself measures 15 x 9.75 inches. A metal display stand will also be included. Provenance: Ex. Sol and Josephine Levitt, NY *** Note the Old collection numbers painted on the back of the mask.
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fair, weathered
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A Rare Mbole Plaque Mask Ex Levitt

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