Bakonge (Songue) Kifwebe Mask
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Bakonge (Songue) Kifwebe Mask
MediumWood
Dimensions15 × 8 × 9 in. (38.1 × 20.3 × 22.9 cm)
ClassificationsMask / Headdress
Object number
AAA284
DescriptionNose forms a crest, enlarged eyelids, protruding star shaped mouth, lineal facial ornamentations on the entire face, It embodied supernatural forces; The Kifwebe society used it to word off disaster or any threat. It was worn at ceremonies honoring a deceased chief, installation of new chief; and reforming important guests to the village; had the capacity to healStatus
Not on view
