A carved wood helm mask ''bwoom''

Estimated Value:

2.000 € - 3.000 €

Result:

1.295 € incl. Premium and VAT

Description:

Probably Kuba, Zaire, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
H. 37 cm
The expressive, powerful wooden mask, executed in a strongly “cubist” style, displays many classic features of the Kuba “bwoom” mask, but could possibly be attributed to a neighbouring group. Slightly atypical characteristics include the highly raised eyebrows and the strongly protruding, bean-shaped eye area. The chin is less broadly modelled than in classic Kuba examples. A peg is inserted in the centre of the skull, generally used to seal a “magical charge”. Below the hairline is a raffia decorative band. Geometric incised carving on the chin, temples and neck. An interesting collector’s piece.
From the collection of Helmut Zake (1918-1995), Heidelberg, German historian and founder of the Society for Ethnology and Tribal Art, inherited within the family - Partial signs of use and minor age-related damage, repaired with wire

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