CONGOLESE BWAMI SOCIETY LEGA MASKS. Set of two Lega wooden masks from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The masks are covered with white clay (kaolin) and feature elongated faces, almond-shaped eyes, and a small mouth. The masks also have raffia beards attached. While larger masks are used in public ceremonies, smaller "passport masks" exist, which are considered powerful charms and are often kept hidden. The masks in the image appear to be full-sized masks rather than passport masks, given their size and detail. - Height: Larger mask: 10 inches (excluding raffia beard). Estimate $150-250
