Songye Kifwebe Mask #2

Democratic Republic of Congo

Mid 20th c

6 1/2 inches high x 3 inches wide

Ex: John Giltsoff, Aiguablava, Spain

$ 850

Inv. #A3669

This smaller Kifwebe mask is stylized with the same geometric features and linear surface as the larger dance mask.  Kifwebe masks were used for initiations, funerals, witchcraft, education and healing.  Miniature masks were kept in the house of the association leader or prominent dance masker.

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