Yombé
(DRC) Ancient mask of the Ndunga society with a very expressive realistic face.
The mouth, half-open on pointed teeth, is finely drawn.
The eyes are highlighted with white kaolin.
A frontal protrusion evokes a traditional hairstyle.
Cf. Lehuard Art Bakongo Les masques Arnouville 1993 p.686.
Certificates of expertise and documentation attached.
Provenance sale beaver / Hara 02/12/2010.
Collection P. Graindorge-Baron H :32 cm
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