Basonge Wood Mask, Zaire, Africa

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Basonge Wood Mask , Zaire, Africa

This female mask was used by the Kifwebe society during initiation, circumcision, or funeral ceremonies, 14" x 7.5". Comes with stand. One of a kind.
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The Kifwebe masks embodied supernatural forces andformerly functioned as agents of the ruling elite. They were worn atceremonies honoring a dead chief, at the installation of a new chief,at the welcoming of important visitors to the village, to ward offdisaster and other threats. It also had the capacity to heal. They arealso worn by men who act as police at the behest of a ruler, or tointimidate the enemy.

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