A Luba mask and shield, Democratic Republic of Congo, each with carved linear decoration, the mask with scarifications, the outer edge pierced, the shield of small proportions with high relief carved central mask within a maroon band, with inverted crescent eyes, principally white but with maroon and blue painted corners, a handle on the reverse, the mask 21cm, the shield 39.5cm x 28cm
A private West Yorkshire collection.
Sold for £80
A Luba mask and shield, Democratic Republic of Congo, each with carved linear decoration, the mask with scarifications, the outer edge pierced, the shield of small proportions with high relief carved central mask within a maroon band, with inverted crescent eyes, principally white but with maroon and blue painted corners, a handle on the reverse, the mask 21cm, the shield 39.5cm x 28cm
ProvenanceA private West Yorkshire collection.