Pende Kiwoyo Muyombo mask
The traditional African masks of Mbuya village such as this one with its long neck are used to entertain a community at non-ritual feasts.
Once worn during mukanda initiation ceremonies to mark the end of male circumcision rituals, mbuya masquerades are now used to highlight a number of characters and roles in the Pende society.
It is a monoxyle object, the neck being an integral part of the mask.
The raffia headdress is present.
Object of African art in beautiful state of conservation. Beautiful internal patina.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 35 x 15 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood, raphia
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal art collection Belgium
- Condition
- Excellent
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The traditional African masks of Mbuya village such as this one with its long neck are used to entertain a community at non-ritual feasts.
Once worn during mukanda initiation ceremonies to mark the end of male circumcision rituals, mbuya masquerades are now used to highlight a number of characters and roles in the Pende society.
It is a monoxyle object, the neck being an integral part of the mask.
The raffia headdress is present.
Object of African art in beautiful state of conservation. Beautiful internal patina.