Bird Mask, Luba People, Congo/Zaire

Bird Mask, Luba People, Congo/Zaire.

African Tribal Art: Luba People, Congo/Zaire: Andromorphic Mask resembling the face of a bird. The dark areas have a shiny patina, with the raised line of the beak rubbed/worn to reveal the natural wood tone. The periphery of the mask is incised with holes for costume attachment. Early 20th century.

Dimensions: 13.5 inches by 6.4 inches