Fine African Art Auction
Lot 103:
Wood, copper, beads, cloth, shells and seeds. Man’s Wedding Mask. Overall height 21 inches, height of mask 11.5 inches. Width 8.5 inches.
This forceful spirit helmet mask, performs at initiations and other ceremonies related to the foundation of the Kuba kingdom and its Bushoong dynasty. As well as depicting the groom as a wise, successful individual who is capable of being a good husband and character who is well versed with education and from a good successful family.
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