Initiatory mask ndaaka or bali | painted carved wood | h: 25 cm | democratic republic of congo

Very beautiful initiation mask with white dots on the upper part of the face. Half-moon shaped eyes and mouth. Carved wood, patina, natural pigments. Twentieth century. Ndaaka or bali ethnic group living in the ituri region in the current democratic republic of congo. Unique piece. Dimensions (height * width * depth): 25 cm * 14 cm * 5 cm weight: 170 g.

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