בידספיריט | רכב A large helmet mask, Kuba | 31/1/2024 | Cinquanta Auctions

A large helmet mask, Kuba (or Bakuba), Dem. Rep. of Congo. 20th century - The Kuba are a confederation of ethnic groups in central southern Congo. The Kuba have more than 20 different mask designs which appear during theatrical dance presentations and important events such as initiations, funerals etc. The most important of these are the  ‘royal’ masks. The present ‘royal’ mask represents ‘Bwoom’, the insubordinate, rebellious brother of the king.