Lega Bwami Society Mask Congo
Width: 7
Depth: 3.0
Description
The Lega Bwami Society mask was hand-carved in wood by the Lega or Warega people from the Lualaba River near Lake Tanganyika in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Lega masks are known for their elongated faces with a central ridge as the nose, almond-shaped eyes, and some symbolic geometric patterns. These masks served a crucial role in ceremonies including initiations, funerals, and celebrations. These masks are believed to facilitate communication with ancestors and these masks acted as badges to represent various levels of Bwami knowledge and validate an initiate's rank.
Height (In) - 6.5
Width (In) - 4.0
Depth (In) - 2.0
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Approximate Age: Early 20th Century
People: Lega
Country of Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Material
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.