MASQUE TCHOKWE Democratic Republic of the Congo,... Lot 50

MASQUE TCHOKWE Democratic Republic of the Congo, 20th century. Carved wood. With base. Height (excluding base): 20.5 cm Tchokwe masks are an important part of African art and ritual. These richly decorated masks are renowned for their expressionism and fine detail. They are used for important ceremonies, including initiations, feasts and royal rituals. These masks often represent ancestors or spiritual figures, and are believed to embody spirits or moral principles. Their complex design, with exaggerated features and varied ornamentation, reflects the richness of Tchokwe culture and their profound spiritual and social significance.