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Luba Kifwebe Mask Set – Male & Female Complementarity

Original price was: $320.00.Current price is: $295.00.

This style of mask originated in the Kôngo river basin and can be found among Basongye and Baluba people. The Luba Kifwebe round type of mask was traditionally used for initiation ceremonies, for spiritual purification and in maintaining order. This set represents male and female complementarity and features intricately inlaid brass, copper and cowrie shell work. Carvings of indigenous animals found in the natural environment surround the pronounced features and downward facing birds on the foreheads of each. Shipping TBD based on location.

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Title: Luba Kifwebe Mask Set – Male & Female Complementarity

Description:

Rooted in the Kôngo River Basin and found among the Basongye and Baluba peoples, this authentic Luba Kifwebe mask set embodies ceremonial depth and ancestral craftsmanship. Traditionally used in initiation rites, spiritual purification, and social regulation, these round-style masks reflect a profound cultural legacy.

  • 🌀 Male and female pairing symbolizes balance and complementarity
  • 🛠️ Inlaid with brass, copper, and cowrie shells for layered texture and meaning
  • 🐾 Surrounded by carvings of indigenous animals, grounding the masks in their natural environment
  • 🕊️ Downward-facing birds on each forehead evoke spiritual guidance and protection
  • 🌍 Ideal for collectors, cultural institutions, or intentional spaces seeking authenticity and resonance

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