Vintage Carved African Baule Tribal Hornbill Bird Songye Wood Mask 22”T 9”w 7”D

Description

This auction is for a carved wood mask with a totem horn bill bird. The bird on top of represents the horn-bill, a bird associated with fertility and supernatural female power.
I believe this is a Songye mask. The Songye settled in the southeast of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They have a strong interest in magic, which affects many aspects of their lives. The Songye carvers excel in the production expressionistic and very dramatic masks. They were often topped by totemic animals or birds.
Shows age and Natural Wear
22” Tall
9” Wide
7” Deep
Lots of detail! Enlarge the photos as there is lots of detail to view:).
Thanks From a smoke free home.
All items must be paid within 48 hours of auction end.