Very beautiful Ngaady A Waash Bushoong mask from the KUBA people of DR Congo. The mask has a headdress which is very complete. The mask represents the first KUBA wife of the king. It represents the ideal of beauty.
The wooden mask is richly decorated with the following materials: beads, cauri shells, pigments and fabric. Good condition with traces of tribal use.
| Object: |
Ngaady A Waash Bushoong Mask |
| Ethnic group: |
Kuba |
| Country: |
DR Congo |
| Material: |
Wood, Beads, Cauris, Plant fibre |
| Estimated period: |
Second half 20th century |
| Sold with stand: |
No |
| Dimensions: |
35x20x20 cm |
| Weight: |
1000 gram |
| Condition: |
Good condition, used with some signs of wear |
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