Kongo Pigmented Mask on Custom Stand Congo

Description: Kongo Pigmented Mask on Custom Stand Congo The Kongo people created ceremonial face masks, worn by ritual specialists or diviners known as Nganga Diphomba, that displayed serene expressions despite being associated with the term "Ngobudi," signifying something frightening or terror-inducing. The predominant color of white in these masks symbolized the spirits of the dead, and their lifelike faces resembled the heads of Kongo maternity statues. The term "Ndunga" referred to a masked figure adorned with a costume made of dried banana leaves or touraco feathers, as well as a male society in the coastal region of the ancient Ngoyo kingdom. The Ndunga society served as a type of secret police, responsible for maintaining civil order, ensuring political stability, and pursuing criminals like thieves, sorcerers, and murderers. Bandunga masks were worn to enact the will of ancestors and supernatural forces during rituals, including funeral dances for high-ranking individuals. While the Ndunga society has evolved over time, a playful version of it still exists among the Kongo people. 137640 Kongo Pigmented Mask on Custom Stand Congo The Kongo people created ceremonial face masks, worn by ritual specialists or diviners known as Nganga Diphomba, that displayed serene expressions despite being associated with the term "Ngobudi," signifying something frightening or terror-inducing. The predominant color of white in these masks symbolized the spirits of the dead, and their lifelike faces resembled the heads of Kongo maternity statues. The term "Ndunga" referred to a masked figure adorned with a costume made of dried banana leaves or touraco feathers, as well as a male society in the coastal region of the ancient Ngoyo kingdom. The Ndunga society served as a type of secret police, responsible for maintaining civil order, ensuring political stability, and pursuing criminals like thieves, sorcerers, and murderers. Bandunga masks were worn to enact the will of ancestors and supernatural forces during rituals, including funeral dances for high-ranking individuals. While the Ndunga society has evolved over time, a playful version of it still exists among the Kongo people. 137640 × × × × × Buy now and save! Tell a friend Visit store Watch now Postage info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info! Additional delivery notes PICK UP OPTION Sorry, our items are NOT available for pick-up. PAYING VIA PAYPAL We accept PayPal on our all our items so you can shop with confidence. Simple choose the PayPal option when proceeding through the checkout. Additional Information No additional information at this time Ask seller a question You might also like Tonga Binga Basket Zimbabwe 22 Inch Tonga Binga Basket Zimbabwe 22.5 Inch Tutsi Basket Lidded Tight Weave Rwanda Tutsi Basket Rwanda Pink 7.25 Inch Contact To contact our Customer Service Team, simply click the button here and our Customer Service team will be happy to assist. Ask seller a question © My Store Postage Click the Postage tab above the listing description for more info Payment Accepted Payment Methods PayPal Returns Returns are accepted Items must be returned within 30 days of the auction ending Buyer will pay for return shipping. eBay integration by

Price: 350 USD

Location: Denver, Colorado

End Time: 2024-09-26T19:35:56.000Z

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