Anthropomorphic mask "lukwakongo"

D. R. Congo, Lega

Provenance	Size	Starting price / estimated price
	H: 9.4 inch / 26.6 inch (with beard)	This object is not available anymore.

wood, kaolin, plant fibre,
"Lukwakongo" masks were awarded to young men on the "yananio" rites and remained their most important insignia of rank until reaching the "kindi" status.

Biebuyck, Daniel P., Lega, Brussels 2002, p. 99 f.

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