Bushoong, Kuba Kingdom, Democratic Republic of... Lot 14
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Bushoong, Kuba Kingdom, Democratic Republic of Congo.
Wood, beads, cowrie shells and raffia, skin.
Female mask "Ngaadi amwaash" but danced by a man during ceremonies. Ngaadi amwaash masks date back to the time of Queen Ngokady who lived during the 1st dynasty.
Height : 36 cm.
Slight wear.
Note: This mask would be the work of the sculptor of King Misha-Nyoom (according to the collector's records).
Provenance : Parisian private collection C.B, collected in-situ.
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