African Congo Songye Kifwebe Dark Female Mask
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Description
African Congo Songye Kifwebe "Dark Female" mask, stained dark wood depicting a concave moon shaped face with curvilinear carved striations running the length of the mask and meeting at a simple arch coiffure, triangular nose, square shaped mouth opening and protruding almond shaped eye opening with holes drilled along the bottom where a raffia ruff was once attached. This mask is thought to have been used in fertility related dances and ceremonies.
Condition
Very good condition commensurate with age and use.
Dimensions
14 x 5.25 x 9 in
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African Congo Songye Kifwebe Dark Female Mask
Estimate $150 - $300
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