Face Mask (Mbuya jia Mukhetu: Nganga Ngombo?)

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of Africa

Culture

Pende

Title

Face Mask (Mbuya jia Mukhetu: Nganga Ngombo?)

Place

Democratic Republic of the Congo (Object made in:)

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1900–1999

Medium

Wood, raffia, and fibers

Dimensions

H.: 45.8 cm (18 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Kevin E. Lyle

Reference Number

2024.1000

Extended information about this artwork

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