Head Mask
Item
Accession Number
2020.8
Title
Head Mask
Ethnic Group
Ngbaka
Subject
Mask|Initiation|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th century
Medium
Wood|Palm Oil
Format
H x W x D: 8.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 in. (21.59 x 13.97 x 13.97 cm)
Description
Face mask of oval form with an incised coiffure and an incised design on the forehead. The mask which is used in circumcision rites has small protruding horizontal ears and narrow slanted eyes; the nose is long and is of simple form, and the mask shows a small open mouth. It is stained dark brown and has a glossy patina, and shows signs of great wear.
