Ethnika.antiques

#4645 Tribal African mask from the Luba - Congo 13" h

Name: #4645 Tribal African mask from the Luba - Congo 13" h
Brand: Ethnika.antiques
SKU: 4645/40
Price: 299.0 USD
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Superb Tribal African mask from the Luba, Congo.Hand carved from a single piece of wood13" h by 8" w by 7" DLuba masks play a significant role in various aspects of Luba society, including religious ceremonies, initiation rites, funerals, and other important social events. These masks are highly regarded as sacred objects and are believed to embody ancestral spirits or represent specific deities. They are regarded as powerful mediators between the spirit world and the human realm.Each mask is unique, reflecting the artistic skill of the carver and the specific purpose for which it is intended.

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