Lega Mask From Democratic Republic Of The Congo

$1,100 · Offered by Second Story Books

An elongated wooden mask from the Lega society of the Democratic Republic of the Congo features a minimalist oval form, projecting nose, and narrow slit eyes within raised almond-shaped contours. It is painted in black and pale cream pigments with traces of red facial markings. The mask reflects the geometric style associated with Lega visual culture and Bwami initiation traditions. Small perforations along the perimeter likely once secured textile, fiber, or other

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