SOLD / SOLD ! MC1691 Superb African mask Yela cult Lilwa neighbors Mbole mask Congo
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CONGO DRC
Two-tone, pretty patina, hardwood and very old
They are culturally close to the Mbole, who are a little better known, with whom they share the cult of Lilwa.
The Lilwa society (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega) organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among other things, well-kept secrets)
Settled in the "central basin", they are neighbors of the Kela, the Mbole, the Jonga and the Lengola
Features:
OBJECT TYPE: Mask.
ETHNIC GROUP: Yela
DIMENSIONS: Height 24.5 cm
Delivered without base
YELA - Old Lilwa Society Mask
Two-tone, hardwood, well patinated
The Yela are a people whose rites have remained quite mysterious to us.
They are culturally close to the Mbole, a little better known, with whom they share the cult of Lilwa.
Their art is especially known for the famous "OFIKA", sculptures of tortured persons, masks are rare
The Lilwa society (which could be compared to the Bwami of the Lega) organized the social structure, ensured the stability of the community and punished those who transgressed (among others well-kept secrets)
Installed in the "central basin", they are neighbors of Kela, Mbole, Jonga and Lengola
CONDITION: Correct