Lega Passport Mask
Origin: DR Congo
Circa: Late 19th - Early 20th Century
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Medium: wood, natural pigment

Provenance: Private Belgian Collection

This very old example of a Lega passport mask could possibly represent an animal such as a hippo. The simple carving is wonderful andquite rare. The patina on the front has many layers of kaolin and the back shows wonderful signs of age and wear

The price is available on request