TSHOKWE, Angola/Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Hardwood,... Lot 194
Result :
Not available
Estimate :
Subscribers only
TSHOKWE, Angola/Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Hardwood, reddish-brown patina.
A "Pwo" dance mask evoking a female ancestor, it represents a well-defined female face adorned with scarification marks, with fine, regular features. This mask is danced by a man during the initiation rites of the Mukanda society.
1st half of the 20th century.
Height: 21.5 cm
Cracks.
Provenance: From a French private collection.
We use cookies to provide you with a better browsing experience, perform site traffic analysis, and deliver content and advertisements most relevant to your interests.
Cookie management:
By allowing these cookies, you agree to the deposit, reading and use of tracking technologies necessary for their proper functioning. Read more about our privacy policy.
