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Mask (pwevo)

Mask (pwevo)

19th–20th century
Object PlaceDemocratic Republic of the Congo; Angola
Medium/TechniqueWood, vegetable fiber, string, metal
Dimensions39.37 cm (15 1/2 in.)
Credit LineOtis Norcross Fund
Accession number1991.354
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ClassificationsMasks
Description
This mask represents a beautiful young woman, the original female ancestor of the Lwena people. A male dancer wore the mask as he performed highly acrobatic movements, often using poles set into the ground for assistance.
Provenance1991, sold by Marc Leo Felix (dealer), Brussels, to the MFA. (Accession Date: April 24, 1991)