Songye · République démocratique du Congo
Disponible
Central African Ceremonial Mask
Songye · Traditional ethnographic period, mid-to-late 20th century
Détails
| Dimensions | Hauteur 28 cm (11 in) |
|---|---|
| Pays | République démocratique du Congo |
| Tribu / Culture | Songye Central Bantu cultural traditions (such as Songye or related Congo Basin groups) |
| Époque / Période | Traditional ethnographic period, mid-to-late 20th century |
Symbolique et iconographie
Associated with ancestral spirits, spiritual protection, and authority used during initiation rites or community ceremonies
Analyse esthétique et formelle
Characterized by bold geometric scarification patterns, contrasting white kaolin and red pigments, decorative brass studs along the brow and eyes, perforated eye surrounds, and an integrated woven textile backing
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