Old passport mask, LENGOLA, SONGOLA, DR Congo, 1930-40

Quite rare and old passport mask from the Lengola, Songola tribe from DR Congo. These types of masks were worn by the owner when he went to a meeting. It was then hung on some kind of rack outside the meeting. This is a beautiful specimen with a deep warm patina. I had a professionally custom-made stand made for it. Good condition!

Length: 10.5 cm
Length including stand: 20.5 cm
Weight: 108 grams
Origin: DR Congo
Dating: 1930-1940
Provenance: Former Bob Germ, Hoboken