MC1092 Superbe masque miniature Lukwakongo Lega Bwami Mask Congo Rdc MASQUE which creates a powerful contrast

which creates a powerful contrast and gives a cubist side to this mask

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Katatora are implements used for divination (Kashekesheke)

(Do not confuse them with the Beembe who sometimes also spell Bembe and who are a people of the Kongo group)

MC1092 Superbe masque miniature Lukwakongo Lega Bwami Mask Congo Rdc MASQUE which creates a powerful contrastFor English, please have a look below CONGO DRC Nice Lukwakongo LEGA mask Lukwakongo masks are small, light wooden masks that belong to high ranking members of the Bwami (Yananio rank) This type of mask was used in the framework of the Bwami cult, a grade initiatory society whose secret rites were reserved for initiates This association organized the social structure and ensured the stability of the Lega community. The Lega are a Bantu forest people