Masks
D R Congo
African artists in general, produce highly refined and masterfully
carved masks. The art involves both master craftsmen and apprentices. The
use of masks is ritualistic. They are part of a dynamic performance accompanied
by music, song and dance with the Village Diviner and or royalty in attendance...more»
Mask forms are characterized by a dialectical interplay of tradition and innovation...more»
For additional literature or information on specific pieces, or enquiries on availability of other pieces, perhaps not viewed in this collection, please contact us.
Congo 1972 - Photo by Charles Henault
JUDICIAL CEREMONY MASK
BWOOM MASK
Catalogue
# COD.1.001
Tribe: Bakongo
Country: DR Congo
Size (height): 37cm
Medium:
Wood & Fabric
Price: € 275
Catalogue
# COD.1.002
Tribe: Bakuba
Country: DR Congo
Size (height): 36cm
Medium:
Wood, Cooper, Cowrie shells, Raffia & Beads
Price: SOLD
CEREMONIAL MASK
CEREMONIAL MASK
Catalogue # COD.1.003
Tribe: Bakuba
Country: DR Congo
Size (height): 29cm
Medium:
Wood, Fur, Shells Beads, Fabric & Pigment
Price: € 1,100
Catalogue # COD.1.004
Tribe: Bachokwe
Country: DR Congo
Size (height): 19cm
Medium:
Wood & Raffia
Price: € 390
