CONGOLESE LEGA BWAMI MASKS. Lega Bwami masks play a crucial role within the Bwami society, a complex and multi-level initiation system that guides moral and ethical conduct within Lega culture. They are primarily used in Bwami initiation ceremonies, funerals, and other important social rituals, serving as educational tools and symbols of status. These masks are believed to embody spiritual forces and facilitate communication between the living and ancestors. They also represent the different levels of knowledge and moral standing within the Bwami society. - Height: approx. 6 inches (excluding raffia). Estimate $70-100
