ITEM #:
55PM003
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This Lega Passport mask is part of one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu. -
ITEM #:
55PM003
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This Lega Passport mask is part of one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
55PM004
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This Lega Passport mask is part of one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
55PM005
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This Lega Passport mask is part of one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
55PM006
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This Lega Passport mask is part of one of the five Bwami initiation objects subtypes, (divided up into five sub-types according to material, size, and form) the others are: kayamba, idiom, muminia and lukungu.
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ITEM #:
55024
ETHNICITY:
Luba
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LUBA KIFWEBE MASK:
The very existence of the Luba Kifwebe Mask is a testament to the thriving Luba Kingdom, an empire known for its intricate governance, trade eminence, and spiritual prowess dating back to the 1500s. -
ITEM #:
55017
ETHNICITY:
LwaLwa
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LWALWA MVONDO MASK:
Lwalwa masks mesmerize with their impeccable composition, featuring an angular nose, prominent mouth, and intricately slotted eyes.
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ITEM #:
5517
ETHNICITY:
Ngbaka
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic Of Congo
NGBAKA MASK
The Ngbaka people of the Democratic Republic of Congo are renowned for their intricate and unique style of mask art. -
ITEM #:
3591
ETHNICITY:
Ogoni
ORIGIN:
Eastern Niger Delta
OGONI ELU MASK:
The Ogoni Eli mask was used to narrate tales of lore with its iconic hinged jaw that rattles with motion. -
ITEM #:
4095
ETHNICITY:
Songye
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
SONGYE KIFWEBE MASK:
Embrace the Songye Kifwebe female mask as a centerpiece for the culturally avid collector, or let it stand as a symbol of authority and the transformative power of tradition in your space. -
ITEM #:
55026
ETHNICITY:
Yaka
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
YAKA NDEEMA MASK:
Wonderful old Yaka Ndeema Mask from the Jean-Pierre Hallet Estate Collection. Masks of this genre were used in the initiation rites of the young boys coming of age.
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ITEM #:
5608
ETHNICITY:
Senufo
ORIGIN:
Cote D'Ivoire
SENUFO HELMET MASK:
In traditional Africa, helmet masks like this Senufo Helmet Mask were used not only as protection but also to show status or rank. They were carved from wood, cast in bronze or woven and embellished with horns, symbolic forms, cloth, cowries, metal strips, and beads.. -
ITEM #:
55055
ETHNICITY:
Bamileke
ORIGIN:
Cameroon Grasslands
BAMILEKE KUOSI SOCIETY ELEPHANT MASK:
the Bamileke Elephant Mask, a venerable artifact that embodies the pinnacle of social rank and power from the Cameroon grasslands. -
ITEM #:
4513
ETHNICITY:
Guere
ORIGIN:
Liberia / Cote D'Ivoire
GUERE DHI GLA MASK:
Guere Dhi gla masks also sometimes appeared at funeral festivals and were also associated with profane festivals.
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ITEM #:
5522
ETHNICITY:
Lega
ORIGIN:
Democratic Republic of Congo
LEGA PASSPORT MASK:
This superb Lega Lukwakongo mask is from the esteemed Jean-Pierre Hallet Collection of African Art.
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ITEM #:
4011
ETHNICITY:
Urhobo
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
URHOBO HEADDRESS:
A superb Urhobo Beaked Mask, dramatic appeal with its signs of age and use, from teh estate collection of anthropologist Jean Pierre Hallet. -
ITEM #:
2397
ETHNICITY:
Urhobo
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
URHOBO HEADDRESS:
A superb Urhobo Headdress, dramatic appeal in great condition, ready for your Urhobo Art Collection.
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ITEM #:
4501
ETHNICITY:
Vai
ORIGIN:
Sierra Leone, Liberia.
PORO SOCIETY MASK:
The Poro is the secret society for men, responsible for initiating boys into manhood, This Poro Society Mask was used in initiating ceremonies by the Baga. -
ITEM #: 35003 ETHNICITY: Winiama ORIGIN: Burkina Faso WINIAMA MASK: This exquisite Winiama Mask is not just a mask, but a gateway to a rich cultural history, steeped in tradition and ceremonial honor.
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ITEM #:
4509
ETHNICITY:
Yoruba
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
YORUBA GELEDE MASK:
These somewhat idiosyncratic wooden headdresses used in Yoruba Gelede ritual dances balanced symmetry and proportion.. -
ITEM #:
55001
ETHNICITY:
Yoruba
ORIGIN:
Nigeria
YORUBA GELEDE MASK:
These somewhat idiosyncratic wooden headdresses used in Yoruba Gelede ritual dances balanced symmetry and proportion.
