Lot 0085

Tall Primitive Tetela Mask

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Description

This is an unusual style of Mask from the tetela (or Possibly Songye) peoples of the DRC / Congo, central Africa. Carved wooden mask with protruding tubular eyes , incised linear designs accented with white kaolin clay. A woven grass beard is attached. This mask shows some genuine age and wear, though it it is a late example and may have been made for the art market. Measures 21 x 11 inches, not countinmg the hanging beard or metal display stand which will be included.

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