$1,200.00
Lega Lukwakongo Bwami Maskette, Democratic Republic of Congo #72—
$1,200.00
The Story
- Lega Lukwakongo Bwami Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo #72
- Lukwakongo Maskettes are small and light wooden masks belonging to high-ranking members of the Bwami (rank Yananio) Society
- This type of mask was used in the cult of the Bwami, a level Society whose Sacred and Ceremonial Rites were reserved for the Initiates. This association organized the Social Structure and ensured the Stability of the Lega community.
- The Lega are a Bantu forest people of Central Africa, established mainly in the east of the Congo DRC, East of the Lwalaba River (the Congo River), up to the altitude in the Mitumba Mountains, in the provinces of South Kivu and Maniema.
- Material: Wood exhibiting well preserved Kaolin Clay and Black Clay Ritual Patina.
- Condition: Good. Signs of heavy use and wear> Old erosion around the chin and mouth area.s
- Measurements: About 6 Inches high
- Circa 1930-40's
- Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
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.
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
- Lega Lukwakongo Bwami Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo #72
- Lukwakongo Maskettes are small and light wooden masks belonging to high-ranking members of the Bwami (rank Yananio) Society
- This type of mask was used in the cult of the Bwami, a level Society whose Sacred and Ceremonial Rites were reserved for the Initiates. This association organized the Social Structure and ensured the Stability of the Lega community.
- The Lega are a Bantu forest people of Central Africa, established mainly in the east of the Congo DRC, East of the Lwalaba River (the Congo River), up to the altitude in the Mitumba Mountains, in the provinces of South Kivu and Maniema.
- Material: Wood exhibiting well preserved Kaolin Clay and Black Clay Ritual Patina.
- Condition: Good. Signs of heavy use and wear> Old erosion around the chin and mouth area.s
- Measurements: About 6 Inches high
- Circa 1930-40's
- Origin: Democratic Republic of Congo
