A Vuvi Ceremonial Mask Ex. Jerald Danenberg, NY
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A Carved wooden mask accented with kaolin clay pigments and a red mineral pigment typical of the masks of Gabon, the white faces relating to the spirit world.Such masks were used in connections with the spirit Mukuji(or Moukouji). They were worn by Mukuji society members and were mainly performed during funeral ceremonies and trance ritual. This mask measures 13.5 x 7.5 inches. mask will include a custom wall mount display stand. Provenance: Ex. Jerald Danenberg, NY; Ex. Private NJ collection.
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Fair, well worn, loss to back edge of the mask.
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A Vuvi Ceremonial Mask Ex. Jerald Danenberg, NY
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