Old Tchokwe Mask

Object description :

"Old Tchokwe Mask"

Ancient ritual dance mask "Pwo" used for the cult of fertility it embodied feminine beauty... Decorated with the famous cingelengelye sign in the shape of a cross engraved on the forehead, eyes circled with kaolin, pierced ears and a hairstyle in the shape of a crest. Early 20th century period, beautiful old patina

Price: 600 €

Artist: Originaire D'angola
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Condition of use

Material: Painted wood
Length: 19.5 cm
Width: 14 cm
Depth: 9 cm

Reference: 1465751