MBAKA (NGBAKA) STYLE MASK 24, DRC



Photographs © Tim Hamill

MBAKA (NGBAKA)
MASK 24
9.5" high x 5.25" wide
$150
SOLD

The MBAKA (or NGBAKA) people of northwest Zaire use masks representing ancestor spirits in elaborate initiation ceremonies. With similarities in style to Bembe and especially Lega masks, Mbaka masks are recognizable primarilly for their ridged noses.

Despite its appearance, we believe this Mbaka mask was probably made to be sold.

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