Lega Bwami Lukwakongo Mask urn Published by Nomos Verlagsgesellschaft mbH

Published by Nomos Verlagsgesellschaft mbH

on both the Indonesian and Malaysian sides

or pig tusks

dwell mainly along the western flanks of the Dhaulagiri massif and maintain a syncretic faith rooted in Bon

Lega Bwami Lukwakongo Mask urn Published by Nomos Verlagsgesellschaft mbHLega people, early 20th century, Democratic Republic of Congo This exquisite small sized Lega mask, known as a lukwakongo, is a striking representation of the artistry and spiritual significance of the Lega people. Expertly carved from wood, the mask features a long, narrow nose, engraved eyes, and an open mouth, its minimalist design evoking profound symbolic resonance. The face is whitened with kaolin clay, creating a stark contrast with the dark