Sale 207 Lot 178

CONGOLESE BEMBE PEOPLE "ALUNGA" FACE MASK. This type of masks are believed to embody the spirit of Alunga, a revered deity or ancestral figure within the Bembe cosmology. Characterized by distinctive facial features, exaggerated expressions, and intricate designs, they are crafted from wood and adorned with symbolic motifs and ritualistic embellishments. - Height: 11 inches.
Estimate $120-180