Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony Serenity Cat Glass Ornament

Serenity Cat Glass Ornament

Late 19th Century

B: 2 7/8" long

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Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony Serenity Cat Glass OrnamentPende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 A very old carved wooden dance mask accented with red mineral pigment and a woven grass coiffure. Mbuya village masks are used to entertain a community during non ritual festivities. Once used during mukanda initiation ceremonies to mark the end of male circumcision rituals, mbuya masquerades are now used to highlight a number of characters and roles in Pende society. Measurements: 14" tall Display stand NOT included