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This authentic piece is called “Mbangu” (sickness mask) and originates from the Pende people of DR Congo. The Mbuya or village mask is characterized by a somber, gloomy expression such as this one, and represent human types, such as the chief, the diviner, the epileptic with a twisted mouth, the madman or man in a trance, the widow, the lover, or the executioner.
Made of 100% wood, aged surface with black pigment and kaolin.
Model is W 33 - H 16 and Weight 1 kg.
This beautiful and finely felt dance mask is called “muyombo” with almost completely preserved curtains and remains of bright pigment, is considered one of the oldest of the Pende people of DR Congo (Belgian Congo). Mask such as these were worn on top of the head like a baseball cap so it may be viewed in profile
Made of 100% wood, red pigments.
Model is W 53- H 22 and weight 0.9 kg.
This authentic piece is called “Mbuya” and originates from the Pende people of DR Congo. The Mbuya or village mask is characterized by a somber, gloomy expression such as this one, and represent human types, such as the chief, the diviner, the epileptic with a twisted mouth, the madman or man in a trance, the widow, the lover, or the executioner. The mask is made of wood, pigments, and raffia.
Made of 100% wood, red pigments.
Model is W 51 - H 17 and Weight 1.2 kg.
