Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask Ecuador approximately 1

approximately 1

5% Chinlon

The artisan also paints it with rich black

Enjoy the summer weather in all-day comfort

Surrounded by sterling silver petals

Lega Sorcerer Congolese wood mask Ecuador approximately 1An African mask of mystical allure, it is traditionally worn by the Lega sorcerer from Congo Kinshasa (formerly Zaire). According to Lega customs, the sorcerer wears this mask with the sole purpose of healing, consulting the oracle or for initiation rites. Salihu Ibrahim carves the image by hand in an oval, with a concave heart shaped face. He paints the piece an off white shade, and treats it to appear like an antique piece. materials: Sese wood 11.