Suku OLD 39" Kakungu Antique Africa Mask w Wear Congo

An Impresisve Old Suku KAKUNGU Circumcision Initiation Ritual Mask
Antique African Masque Tribal Sculpture Congo Zaire

Collected from the: Suku peoples of the south-western part of Zaire
Material: Hardwood, pigments
Period: Earliest 20th century
Dimensions: 39" height, 15.75" width, 9" depth; weight is a full 20 pounds
Condition: Excellent - small portion of the lower left rim and two small areas of the uppermost top back rim vanished decades ago considering the patination present; age cracks test stable, good signs of wear, age and use. Subtle two toned pale pink/peach (flesh toned) pigment augmented by gorgeous patina with beautiful natural wood highlights along the high points of the facial features - sublime!

Please to fully appreciate this outstanding old piece!