1222 - Salampasu mask with copper coating. Salampasu people, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 20th century

Salampasu mask with copper coating. Salampasu people, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 20th century Wood and copper. Dimensions: 38 × 26 × 23.5 cm. Ritual mask carved from wood and partially or completely covered with copper sheets, a material associated with prestige and power within the Salampasu culture. This type of mask was associated with warrior societies and was used in ceremonies intended to affirm strength, authority, and group cohesion. The combination of formal expressiveness with the metallic sheen of the copper gives the piece an imposing presence and reinforces its symbolic and ceremonial character. Item is located in an international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipping: no import duties apply within the EU. An export permit from the country of origin may be required. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.