Pende mask
€290.00
This Pende mask is characterized by thick and heavy drooping eyelids, as well as a broad and prominently flattened nose, reminiscent of the style of Mbuya masks. Mbuya masks were worn by dancers during initiation rituals marking the transition of young men into adulthood. This style has had a significant influence on abstraction and the artistic trends that have emerged from it.
Shipping fees
02466
Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 44 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood, raphia
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Stand
- Included
- Condition
- Excellent
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This Pende mask is characterized by thick and heavy drooping eyelids, as well as a broad and prominently flattened nose, reminiscent of the style of Mbuya masks. Mbuya masks were worn by dancers during initiation rituals marking the transition of young men into adulthood. This style has had a significant influence on abstraction and the artistic trends that have emerged from it.