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Name |
BWAMI MASK |
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Background / Origin |
Lega, Bwami Mask, Zaire. (D.R.Congo) |
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Description |
This fine example of the Bwami mask was used in
instruction and initiation ceremonies. When the initiate
was shown through the five progressive levels of Bwami,
the association that Lega men go through during their
life of learning and the deeds that they are instructed
to do The mask still has its original raffia.
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Reference Number |
59/5-57 |
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Height |
-365mm |
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Price |
US$ 200 |
 
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