Mask

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Mask

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Date
20th century
Medium
Elephant ivory
Culture
Lega
Department
Arts of Global Africa
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Object ID
123388

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The Bwami society is responsible for the social, religious and political organization of traditional Lega communities. Bwami membership is open to both men and women and individuals advance through many grades with growing experience and knowledge. Ivory maskettes and other symbolic objects are reserved for the highest ranks of Bwami. The second set of eyes refers to extended vision and wisdom. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa

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Gift of Raymond A. and Ruth A. Reister

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