Yaka Mask

Democratic Republic of Congo

Early 20th c

19 inches high x 10 1/2 inches wide

Ex: Jonathan Franklin, Seattle, WA

$ 2,200

Inv. # A3298

The expressive polychrome face of this mask has slit eyes, angular nose, open aggressive mouth baring teeth and a panel shaped handle. The headdress is woven fiber with five raised cone forms. Attached to the mask’s rim is a collar of raffia. This Yaka mask was used during initiation ceremonies and represented male cult heroes associated with beauty and the life force of earth.

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