CONGOLESE ITURI INITIATION MASK. A mask, likely an Ituri mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo, used by people like the Mbuti and Ndaka in initiation ceremonies. These masks often represent ancestor spirits and are adorned with painted designs. The mask is made of wood and plant fibers, featuring a face with triangular eye holes, a prominent nose, and a rectangular open mouth with visible teeth. The face is painted with a light brown base, white dots along the sides, and a dotted pattern on the forehead. The mask is framed by a thick fringe of plant fibers, resembling hair and a beard. - Height: 20 inches. Estimate $120-160
