People: Kuba; Kete-Bushoong
DR Congo
H: 13.5"
A fine and old example f a variant of the Kete-Bushoong 'Nup' mask; the mask with large rounded forehead, deep ocular orbits, painted designs and raised tubular mouth. Some insect depredation to the chin. On a custom mount.
Provenance: Ex. Reinhold collection, NY c. 1980's, Purchased in Europe.