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Maître Yann BARATOUX

299 - A male Kifwebe mask made of medium-hard wood, with a light p…
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Estimate €200 - €250
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Description
A male Kifwebe mask made of medium-hard wood, with a light patina and polychrome highlights, depicting a classic stylised face adorned with oblique striations and a protruding crest. Signs of wear. Worn by members of the Bwadi bwa Kifwebe men’s society for the purposes of warding off witchcraft and maintaining social order. Height: 44 cm. – Luba DRC
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About the sale Cabinet of Curiosities and Tribal Art
Auction location
Auction time 09/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
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