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Chokwe – Expressive Pwo Mask, Congo Africa

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Detail: From the Chokwe people of Congo, Angola and Zambia. Represents the ancestral spirit of Pwo, the archetype of female beauty and womanhood . . . fertility. Woven locks with animal hide and shells for headband. Carved from wood. Stand not included. For the Serious Collector.

Chokwe – Chihongo Spirit Mask, Congo Africa

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From Congo/Angola/Zambia area where the Chokwe population resides.   Chihongo is the male spirit of wealth and power.  This older tribal art mask was used in ceremonial events.   Ratan and feathers form the headgear and woven rope form the bib.  Carved from native wood.  Stand not included.
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