This is the rating and price for 2 African Kuba Helmet Masks, Bwoom & Mukenga
Description : DESCRIPTION: Two African helmet masks. Includes: 1) African Kuba bwoom helmet mask. Kuba people, Kasai region, Democratic Republic of Congo, 20th century. Hand carved wood decorated with cowrie shells, blue, white and teal glass beads, seed pods, fibers and animal hide. One of three types of royal masks, used in foundation ritual performances. 16 x 11 x 12. Wear includes losses to seed pods and hair on hide. 2) African Kuba mukenga or mukyeem mask. Kuba people, Kasai region, Democratic Republic of Congo, 20th century. Full head mask with a raffia collar, sewn with white beads, cowrie shells, fur, a padded fiber ground, and the characteristic superstructure in the shape of an elephant's trunk. Ceremonial mask used to commemorate Woot, the first man created by God. 21 x 12 x 19. Light wear. MEASUREMENTS: See description. CONDITION: See description.
Price: 144.00 USDIt's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 100 USD-150 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 55 Title : 2 African Kuba Helmet Masks, Bwoom & Mukenga Cordier Auctions & Appraisals, auctioneer, Harrisburg, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : February 15 Fine & Decorative Arts Auction Sale date : 15 Feb 2020It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
