Teke Tsaye mask
This mask was worn during ceremonial dances organized by the Kidumu society, an institution that oversaw important events among the Tsaaye, such as circumcisions, marriages, judgments, etc. The Tsaaye, originating from the Teke community, inhabit the Zanaga region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
These masks take on a circular form, evoking the moon, and abstractly represent a human face adorned with motifs. These motifs vary depending on the represented symbolism. The holes located on the outer edge were used to attach a headdress of feathers or a beard made of raffia.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- 2nd half XXth
- Size
- 28 Cm (42 Cm with Support)
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Stand
- Included
- Condition
- Vintage
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This mask was worn during ceremonial dances organized by the Kidumu society, an institution that oversaw important events among the Tsaaye, such as circumcisions, marriages, judgments, etc. The Tsaaye, originating from the Teke community, inhabit the Zanaga region in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
These masks take on a circular form, evoking the moon, and abstractly represent a human face adorned with motifs. These motifs vary depending on the represented symbolism. The holes located on the outer edge were used to attach a headdress of feathers or a beard made of raffia.