$1,275.00
Boa Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo #839—
$1,275.00
The Story
- Boa Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo #839
- Measurements: 32 x 33 x 12 cm
- Condition: Excellent
- Circa 1950-60's
- The Boa Ethnic Group comprises 200,000 savannah-dwelling People living in the northern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). Each Village is headed by a Chief from the most Prestigious Clan.
- The Boa are mainly farmers and are in frequent contact with the Mangbetu and the Zande. The Boa are known principally for their Masks, believed to be used in War-related Ceremonies, particularly to enhance a Warrior’s Courage or to celebrate Victories. The Masks traditionally feature set-apart circular cut-out ears and are covered with white, red and black pigments.
- Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
- Boa Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo #839
- Measurements: 32 x 33 x 12 cm
- Condition: Excellent
- Circa 1950-60's
- The Boa Ethnic Group comprises 200,000 savannah-dwelling People living in the northern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). Each Village is headed by a Chief from the most Prestigious Clan.
- The Boa are mainly farmers and are in frequent contact with the Mangbetu and the Zande. The Boa are known principally for their Masks, believed to be used in War-related Ceremonies, particularly to enhance a Warrior’s Courage or to celebrate Victories. The Masks traditionally feature set-apart circular cut-out ears and are covered with white, red and black pigments.
- Source:
Baquart, Jean-Baptiste. The Tribal Arts of Africa. New York: Thames and Hudson Inc. 1998. Print.
