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African Congo Songye Kifwebe w/ Raffia Ruff Male Mask

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African Congo Songye Kifwebe w/ Raffia Ruff Male Mask

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Description

African Congo Songye Kifwebe male mask, carved wood, natural pigment, and raffia depicting a bulbous round face with horizontal striations on forehead and basketweave striations on face of the mask and high central crest, protruding mouth with small opening, narrow eye slits opening with holes drilled along the perimeter where a raffia ruff is attached. This mask is thought to have been used for intimidation and maintaining social order.

Condition

Excellent condition

Dimensions

40 x 8.5 x 7 in

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African Congo Songye Kifwebe w/ Raffia Ruff Male Mask

Name: African Congo Songye Kifwebe w/ Raffia Ruff Male Mask
SKU: 91072684
Price: 100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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