Bayaka Painted Wooden Mask Democratic Republic Of The Congo

$300 · Offered by Second Story Books

Congo. This hand-painted wooden mask, attributed to the Bayaka people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, features a broad rectangular face with rounded edges, projecting ears, slit eyes, a long central nose, and an extended tongue-like mouth. The contrasting white, blue, black, and reddish-brown pigments reflect the bold visual style of Bayaka masquerade traditions. Dimensions approximately 14 x 9.5 x 3.25 inches In Good condition. Heavy surface wear,

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