African Mbuya initiation mask, Pende people of the

A elongated and exaggerated carved wooden mask with a heavy reddish earthen mineral pigment and overall fantastic form. Pende peoples, Congo, Africa. Traditional African Mbuya masks are used to entert

A Fine Old carved wooden mask with raffia grass headdress attachment and stylized facial features. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The Mask measures 11 x 7 inches. A display stand can be included f

Carved wood with raffia grass headdress attached. Note the small mirror embedded into the forehead. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 16 inches tall x 11 inches wide. A metal displa

A finely carved wooden mask with incised geometric and linear designs. Signs of handling and age. Pende peoples, Congo, Africa. The mask measures 11.5 x 5.5 inches. Mounted to professional display sta

Carved wooden ceremonial mask with an elaborate raffia grass headdress attached. Pende peoples, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 18 inches tall x 9 inches wide. A metal display stand can also be

A carved wooden ceremonial mask with attached raffia grass superstructure/ headdress, with signs of field use and wear. Pende peoples, Congo, Africa. The mask measures 20 x 8 inches. A metal display s

A carved wooden mask, painted red with classic facial features, attached woven raffia grass basketry cap and small tail. Pende Mbuya masks were at one time used during mukanda initiation ceremonies to

A carved wooden mask divided into two planes with black and white mineral pigment and embellished with numerous small holes. Pende Mbuya mask were at one time used during mukanda initiation ceremonies

An African Mbuya Mask, Pende, Democratic Republic of Congo, 20th Century, Having carved and painted wood decoration with plant fiber. H: 15 W: 8 D: 7 in. Collection of Al Bright. Alfred L. Bright, (Am

Carved wooden mask with stylized face and three finials from the top of the mask. Pende peoples, Congo, Africa. The mask measures 14 x 7.5 inches. A Durable display stand can be included for an additi

A carved wooden dance mask with highly stylized facial features, heavy lidded eyes and incised designs. Mbuya village masks are used to entertain a community during traditional ceremonies. Once used d

A finely carved old wooden mask with raffia grass headdress still attached. The mask features the classic heavy lidded eyes, deep facial scars as well as a well handled surface suggesting years of fie

A Classic carved wooden mask with incised tribal scar motifs , arched brow and stylized coiffure. Such masks were originally used for circumcision ceremonies but later became accessories for a type of

18" Carved and painted wood mask in style of the Pende tribe for use in initiation rituals, and 17.5" painted wood shield with geometric design, handle. Mid 20th Century

Title: Cute Miniature PENDE Mbuya Mask African art Congo Drc 0436 Provenance/Additional Info: CONGO DRC Cute PENDE Miniature Mbuya Mask. Characteristics: TYPE OF OBJECT: Mask. ETHNICAL GROUP: Pende, B

A Pende Mask, mbuya Democratic Republic of Congo, early to mid 20th century Probably a character for the "masks of power" ceremonies. Wood, blackened on front with white pigments in the grooves on for

Title: Fine African Tribal PASSPORT Mbangu Katundu Mbuya PENDE mask. Democratic Republic of the Congo. Estimated age: First part of the 20th Century. Origin/Tribe: Pende, Democratic Republic Congo. fr

Maske, "mbuya", Kunstgewerbe Pende, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 29 cm. Provenienz: Helmut und Marianne Zimmer, Zürich. Gesichtsmaske aus dem reichen Repertoire der Pende-Tradition ("m

Maske, "mbuya" Pende, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz, Raphia. H 21 cm. Provenienz: Nachlass Andreas Vontobel (1931-2011), Waltalingen. Männliche Gesichtsmaske aus dem reichen Repertoire der

Maske,"mbuya" Pende, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 27 cm. Provenienz: Schweizer Privatsammlung, Basel. Eine Variation der mannigfaltigen, kleinen Gesichtsmasken aus dem reichen Repertoir

Maske,"mbuya" Pende, DR Kongo Ohne Sockel / without base Holz. H 27 cm. Provenienz: - Schweizer Privatsammlung, Basel. - Hammer Auktion 67, 12.03.2021, Lot 90 (accidental bid). Eine Variation der mann

Yaka Peoples, initiation mask, ex-museum, 20th c., Zaire, Africa, dark stained carved wood with pigment, raffia grass fringe, 10"h x 7"l x 6"w (excluding fringe) Provenance: Deaccessioned works benefi

Mid 20th C. Yaka Peoples Initiation Mask. D.R.Congo, Central Africa. Wood, textile with fiber and organic pigments. Size: 23 x 18 in. In very fine condition, showing appropriate signs of use and wear;

African Yaka Peoples Initiation Mask, DRC. Stand not included. Carved wood, pigment, plant fiber, feathers. Ex Collection Prof. Gene R. Shreve, South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. Size: 45'' x 12'' x 12''