Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony Pende masks were considered as

Pende masks were considered as Mahamba

Late 19th Century

Jasper and Aquamarine 8mm Knotted Mala with Silk Tassel

B: 2 7/8" long

caused by the presence of metal

Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony Pende masks were considered asPende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 A very old carved wooden dance mask accented with red mineral pigment and a woven grass coiffure. Mbuya village masks are used to entertain a community during non ritual festivities. Once used during mukanda initiation ceremonies to mark the end of male circumcision rituals, mbuya masquerades are now used to highlight a number of characters and roles in Pende society. Measurements: 14" tall Display stand NOT included