Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony because many garnet deposits are

because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock

Sterling Silver Deep Blue Eye Earrings

caused by the presence of metal

Late 19th Century

Pende masks were considered as Mahamba

Pende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 ebony because many garnet deposits arePende Mbuya Mask, Congo #1126 A very old carved wooden dance mask accented with red mineral pigment and a woven grass coiffure. Mbuya village masks are used to entertain a community during non ritual festivities. Once used during mukanda initiation ceremonies to mark the end of male circumcision rituals, mbuya masquerades are now used to highlight a number of characters and roles in Pende society. Measurements: 14" tall Display stand NOT included