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Old Kumu Nsembu Ceremonial Mask

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A Kumu Nsembu African Mask: A carved wooden mask accented with mineral pigments and adorned with a collar of raffia Grass. The Kumu carve the "Nsembu" mask for use by members of the Nkunda Secret Society for the purposes of adul

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Handsome Old Bamana N'tomo Ceremonial Mask: Rare Bamana / Bambara or Marka N'tomo African mask from Mali, West Africa.Carved from a single piece of wood and featuring a tall comb like spike finial and Chiwara antelope finial. N'tomo is one of m

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Description

Old carved wooden mask with bold and dramatic style, open work eyes and well handled surface.The Kumu carve the "Nsembu" mask for use by members of the Nkunda Secret Society for the purposes of adult initiation. They also use the mask for divination under the effects of hallucinogens. The mask itself represents the diviners spirit and measures 15 x 8.75 inches. Kumu peoples, DRC/Congo, central Africa. Provenance: Ex Private French collection.

Condition

Good, well handled and worn

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Old Kumu Nsembu Ceremonial Mask

Name: Old Kumu Nsembu Ceremonial Mask
SKU: 177215695
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,500

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