CONGOLESE PENDE PENDANT MASK (GIKHOKHO). Selection of four carved and patinated pendants or masks from the Pende Peoples in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Displaying a three-prong crown that is pierced for attachment of cords; they are worn as a necklace by male initiates representing "mbuya" or a miniature male face mask of larger Pende masks. Estimate $150-250
