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CONGOLESE TEKE THE BATEKE TYO KIDUMU MASK. Teke Kidumu wooden mask from the Congo region, specifically associated with the Teke people, also known as the Bateke or Tyo. These masks are distinctive for their flat, circular form and striking geometric designs, often incorporating white, red, and black pigments, as seen in the image. The mask features characteristic triangular and other geometric patterns, often emphasizing duality. The mask is typically bordered with rattan and adorned with feathers and raffia. Teke masks, particularly the Kidumu masks, were traditionally used in ceremonies by the Kidumu men's secret society, including funerals, weddings, and initiation rites for young men entering adulthood.

- Diameter (only the mask): 14 inches.
Estimate $120-180