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Hemba Mask from Democrattic Republic of Congo
The function of this type mask remains obscure. It features a large intricate cheeks in its face with carved almond shaped eyes, protruding ears with encrustation, a long pointed nose,a large mouth and teethwith baboon's butt atop its head. This mask was used in So'o, a semi-secret society.
Measurements:
14 Inches Length X 10 Inches Width X 6 Inches Depth
Weight: 3 lbs 10 oz
Upon moving to Detroit forbusiness in the early 2000s, we quickly immersed ourselves in the local artcommunity. One of the first people we met was Dr. Cledie Taylor and a briefintroduction blossomed into years of profound mentoring and friendship. Aftervisiting our home to view our collection of African and African-American art,she graciously agreed to curate and appraise a portion of our extensivecollection that total more than 1,000 pieces. Dr. Taylor helped us formpartnerships with the Charles H. Wright A.A. Museum, Scarab Club, and DetroitInstitute of Arts. Our pieces have been on exhibit in museums and salestages. You will find some of those pieces here in our Kyerema African ArtsStore. Only the pieces that were exhibited, donated, sold at/or up for salewill have a certificate of appraisal. All others are listed in a mass appraisalby Dr. Taylor for inventory, insurance, and trust purposes.
