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Tribal Style Songye Kifwebe Mask, D. R. Congo

$1,900
£1,410.65
€1,643.79
CA$2,637.81
A$2,950.56
CHF 1,535.49
MX$36,322.40
NOK 19,534.60
SEK 18,327.31
DKK 12,264.34
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About the Item

This graphic Songye Kifwebe mask has fine carved lines curved over the eyes and diagonal lines radiating from the nose and mouth in classic Kifwebe form. Mid-20th century mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo, central Africa. There are holes around rim for attachments and white pigment on eye lids and down the center of the forehead to the bridge of the nose. Sold with a custom metal stand; as based, it measures 19 inches high.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Scuffs and minor chips; small break along back edge and a thin crack on top, but very stable overall.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#36891stDibs: LU1778229865932

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