Songye Mask - DRC - 73.1 Hollywood A length of indigo adire

A length of indigo adire cloth — possibly the most recognisable indigo textile of West Africa

and many of their masks are for royal festivities

every piece is slightly individual

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Songye Mask - DRC - 73.1 Hollywood A length of indigo adireThe Songye mask is an extraordinary and culturally significant art piece originating from the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. These masks are characterized by their iconic features, including a highly arched forehead and prominent eyes, all meticulously carved from wood. Songye masks hold a profound role in Songye society, representing both the tribe's ancestral spirits and their complex cosmology. They are integral to various