Mask - Wood - Kumu - DR Congo
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Powerful Kumu mask from the Ituri rainforest of D.R. Congo.
Kumu masks are among the most important objects in their culture. They are used by the Nkunda society of sorcerers who call upon the primordial ancestors for purposes of social control. Taking hallucinogens was part of these ceremonies and during the ensuing trance information was revealed. This served the Kumu as one of the major methods of divination.
The mask has a clearly powerful appearance. Good condition with beautiful aged patina with traces of wear and tear.
Object: Mask Ethnic group/ culture: Kumu Region/ country: Congo Material: Wood Period: 2nd half 20th century Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No Dimensions: 45×21×12 cm Weight: 600 g
Reserve: $80.00
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Kumu masks are among the most important objects in their culture. They are used by the Nkunda society of sorcerers who call upon the primordial ancestors for purposes of social control. Taking hallucinogens was part of these ceremonies and during the ensuing trance information was revealed. This served the Kumu as one of the major methods of divination.
The mask has a clearly powerful appearance. Good condition with beautiful aged patina with traces of wear and tear.
Sold with stand: No
Reserve: $80.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Mask - Wood - Kumu - DR Congo
Estimate $100 - $120
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