Rare and special!! Very old passport mask Bakongo/Vili, DR Congo, early 20th century

These types of masks were placed in a basket when the owner was invited for an audience (meeting). Great appearance, convincing patina and mounted on a beautiful custom-made stand that is of course included!

Length: 9.5cm
Width: approx. 8.5 cm
Total length: 26.5 cm
Total weight: 173 grams
Origin: DR Congo
Date: Interbellum (1918 - 1945)
Ex-collection: Guy Kuipers, Leuven, Belgium