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Descrizione : Cikunza 'The Father of Masks' 'The Father of Initiation' the mask is cone-shaped because this is the shape of anÊantelope's horn and Cikunza is associated with hunting. It fits over an adult's head. It is made cloth/canvas over twig cone shape top, painted black and decorated with off white repeating diamond design. At the base is a fringe of fibers that hide the wearer's neck. The tassel at the top of the mask swirls around when the Cikunza dances. The face with mouth is open showing teeth and spots on face in a threatening manner. Throughout the continent of Africa masks are used in ceremonies. Traditional masks symbolize spirits and people believe that the power of the spirit is present in the mask. This mask is from the Chokwe people who live in Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia, and represents an ancestral spirit called Cikunza. This spirit has a major role in festivals and initiation ceremonies. ''Provenance Anne Narosny African Art Collection Estate'' Sale # 1 of 3''
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