A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art

About the Item

Ngaady aMwaash Mask. African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector before 1960s (ca. 1954). Handcrafted / Hand-carved decorated with hand-painted pattern. Hand-carved from lightweight wood, featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and white pigments. The mask has a hollowed oval form with large coffee-bean eyes, high cheekbones, and multiple piercings, aged surface. In good condition with wear consistent with age, including minor loss of paint. A unique piece of folk art from the Kuba culture.

Dimensions:
Height: 10.16 in (25.8 cm)Width: 5.16 in (13.1 cm)Depth: 2.68 in (6.8 cm)
Style:
Folk Art (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Softwood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1800s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Skien, NO
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU10177243118532