Sale 194 Lot 470

CONGOLESE NGIL SOCIETY FANG PEOPLES MASK, Mid-to-late 20th century. Patinated elongated carved wooden mask worn by religious members and judiciary secret male society known as the Ngil. Ngil mask is oval shape featuring a broad forehead with an elongated chin and nose. These masks were worn during the initiation of new members into the group or while policing communities. Some signs of usage.

- Height : 19,5 inches; width: 7 inches.
Estimate $150-250