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Songye Kifwebe miniature mask - DRC, Congo - African Art Tribal Art

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Songye Kifwebe miniature mask - DRC, Congo - African Art Tribal Art

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Title: Songye Kifwebe miniature mask - DRC, Congo - African Art Tribal Art

Description: African mask of the Songye ethnic group, in the south of the Democratic Republic of Congo . Provided with a high sagittal crest, this mask, of modest size, would be masculine, as opposed to the feminine mask which carries a ridge. The lines in powerful relief give it a spectacular appearance. Matte patina, abrasions.
Three variations of this Kifwebe mask (pl. Bifwebe) or "chasing death" (Roberts) stand out: the masculine (kilume) generally with a high crest, the feminine (kikashi) with a very high crest. bass or even absent, and finally the biggest one embodying power (kia ndoshi). This type of mask, still used today, is worn with a long costume and a long beard made of natural fibers, absent on this example, during major ceremonies. The Songye came from the Shaba region of the DRC and settled along the Lualaba River amid savannah and forests. They are governed by the yakitenge and by local chiefs. The secret society Bwami, however, balances their power. Their male masks, with occult powers, were exhibited during punitive and disciplinary expeditions.

Type: Small mask

Date/Period: Second half 20th century

Origin: DRC, Congo

Materials: Wood

Dimensions: 9,06 Inch

Weight: 1,54 Pounds

Note: Stand not included. A universal or custom base can be ordered separately.

Reserve: $127.50

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