Chokwe AAA792 mask

A Chokwe face mask from the mid-20th century

The Chokwe AAA792 mask offered by Versmissen is carved from wood and complemented by raffia. This brown wall decoration was found in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and dates from the mid-20th century. Its facial form highlights a female figure associated with use in dance.

According to the information associated with this piece, this female mask was worn by men who imitated the seductiveness of young women through wild dances. This context accompanies its Chokwe identity and provides insight into its representation. The mask measures 19 x 21 x 28 cm, proportions that reveal its carved face and raffia elements. Its reference AAA792 makes it easy to identify among decorative masks originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Details of the Chokwe AAA792 mask

• Type: face mask and wall decoration
• Origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo
• Date: mid-20th century
• Materials: wood and raffia
• Dimensions: 19 x 21 x 28 cm