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19th C. African Lega Shell & Fiber Masks (pr)

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19th C. African Lega Shell & Fiber Masks (pr)

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Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lega peoples, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. This is a wonderful pair of Bwami ceremonial masks made from a turtle shell and raffia tassels. The naturally domed exterior of the shell is the outward face, carved and incised with stylized faces that have slitted eyes, thick lids, broad noses, and an ovoid open mouth. The nasolabial lines are decorated with linear marks that represent ritualistic scarification or tattoos. The perimeters of both masks are pierced and threaded with a mane of brown vegetal cords, and the verso contains a suspension wire for wearing and/or displaying the masks. Turtles and tortoises are admired for their deliberate and slow-paced movements, symbolizing the wise elders of the tribes. Clan members and inductees during Bwami initiation rites, inductees will wear masks of the animals they wish to gain attributes from. Size: 12.5" L x 12" W (31.8 cm x 30.5 cm)

Several states and countries prohibit the importation of materials from endangered species, including tortoise shell / sea turtle shell. Please check your country's laws before bidding on this piece. We guarantee that the piece was made prior to 1973.

Provenance: private Englewood, Colorado, USA collection; ex-Martin Boxer collection; ex-Komor Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, circa 1965

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Condition

Residue of an oil or sticky adhesive substance on the surface of one mask on both sides, could easily be cleaned with some warm water. Fraying and flaking of fibers. Minor age expected surface abrasions and nicks, but shells are intact and very good.

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19th C. African Lega Shell & Fiber Masks (pr)

Name: 19th C. African Lega Shell & Fiber Masks (pr)
SKU: 127753229
Price: 900 USD
Availability: InStock

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