Description: 2 KUBA Beaded Hooded Masks w/Ornate Cowrie Shell Headdress - Carved from African Wood. Gorgeous African Mask from the Kuba people of Congo. Polychrome painted decorated with applied beads running form tip of nose to chin, woven back with applied cowrie shells. "ngaady a mwaash" represents the sister and wife of "woot", the progenitor of the Bushong. It is one of the three most important mask figures of the Bushong, belonged to the royal family and was used for public ceremonies(ex: dance in costume w/mask to display the relationship between the people and Their King) or during initiation rites for young boys. In excellent vintage condition Acquired from Estate Sale.
Price: 385 USD
Location: Stafford, Texas
End Time: 2024-08-31T14:40:45.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ownership History Not Available
Country/Region of Manufacture: South Africa
Culture: African
Handmade: Yes
