LARGE VINTAGE AFRICAN SONGYE TRIBAL KIFWEBE WALL MASK
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With exquisite Congolese motifs of rooster, antelope, ram, snake.
This allegorical wood carved tribal kifwebe mask is styled after the Songye people of Congo. Excellent grotesque details, suggesting motifs of several animals, including an antelope, oxen, the crest of a rooster, and a snake, which represent virtues in Congolese lore. In naturalistic colors. Hanging hardware. Damage to crest.
Issued: c. 1970
Dimensions: 29"H x 8"W
Country of Origin: Congo
This allegorical wood carved tribal kifwebe mask is styled after the Songye people of Congo. Excellent grotesque details, suggesting motifs of several animals, including an antelope, oxen, the crest of a rooster, and a snake, which represent virtues in Congolese lore. In naturalistic colors. Hanging hardware. Damage to crest.
Issued: c. 1970
Dimensions: 29"H x 8"W
Country of Origin: Congo
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LARGE VINTAGE AFRICAN SONGYE TRIBAL KIFWEBE WALL MASK
Estimate $50 - $100
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