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SALAMPASU TRIBAL MASK FROM THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO




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Reference Number: Avaluer:39754
Original Description:

The Salampasu use masks made of wood, crocheted raffia, and woodcovered with sheets of copper. Famous Salampasu masks made for initiationpurposes are characterized by bulging forehead, slanted eyes, a triangular noseand a rectangular mouth displaying an intimidating set of teeth. The heads areoften covered with bamboo or raffia or rattan-like decoration.
This mask is in great condition with only minor signs ofwear.  Most of the masks online aremissing the crocheted raffia.&...nbsp; It isintact on this mask but has come undone in some areas.  Please see photos.
It measures approx. 13” tall and 8” wide.





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