Face Mask
Item
Accession Number
2018.1
Title
Face Mask
Ethnic Group
Lega
Subject
Mask|Ceremonial|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th Century
Medium
Wood
Format
H x W: 13 X 6.5 in. (33.2 x 16.51 cm)
Description
Either worn or shown during private ceremonies, the mask was a reminder of Lega values. In addition to this, the mask could be fastened to poles, held during a dance, or draped over the shoulder. To the Lega people, the mask represented a higher level of teaching within the Bwami association.
