Mask – Glass, Nail, Wood – Kongo – Congo

Enormous Bakongo mask from Congo. Striking Nkisi Bakongo mask from DR Congo. In order to stimulate and obtain a spirit`s protection, Kongo people hammer nails into its wooden representation and shout at it. Covered with horns on the sides.
The eyes are made from glass. Large and heavy piece: 55x40x26 cm!

Object: Nkisi mask

Ethnic group/ culture: Bakongo

Region/ country: DR Congo

Material: Wood, Nail

Period: 2nd half 20th century

Condition: Good

Sold with stand: No

Dimensions: 55×40×26 cm

Weight: 3200 g