Luba Elephant Helmet Mask Congo African Art
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| Brand | Unbranded |
|---|---|
| Title | Luba Elephant Helmet Mask Congo African Art |
| Type of Object | Mask |
| Country of Origin | Democratic Republic of Congo |
| People | Luba |
| Materials | Wood |
| Approximate Age | Mid 20th century |
| Height (in) | 23 |
| Width (in) | 12 |
| Depth (in) | 10 |
| Overall Condition | Fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. |
| Damage/Repair | Damage to top of left ear, large cracks, chips and a well worn patina |
Additional Information: A strongly carved Luba mask in the form of an elephant head.
Luba masks are called mukishi ya kuhakwa. They represent the spirit of death and usually appear as a male-female pair and dance wearing costumes made of animal skins and woven coverings. These dramatic masks are danced by the Luba during the full moon to honor their ancestors and also appear to dance at the funerals of chiefs and nobility.
Recommended Reading: Nooter, M. N. and A. F. Roberts. 1996. Memory, Luba Art and the Making of History.
Bacquart's TRIBAL ARTS OF AFRICA and Cornet's A SURVEY OF ZAIREAN ART-THE BRONSON COLLECTION.
Constantine Petridis and Frank Hermann (Ed.),Face of the Spirits