Exquiste Kuba Bwoon Helmet, DRC

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Exquiste Kuba Bwoon Helmet, DRC:
$289.00

Aspart of the royal mask trio, (Ngaady a Mwaash, Bwoom and Mwaash Amboy),Bwoompersonifies an oppositional, recalcitiant character who struggles with hisbrother, Mwaash Amboy, for power and for the possession of his wife andsister, Ngaady a Mwaash. In his role as an insurgent whochallenges the throne and its system, Bwoom is moreover associated withthe non-aristocratic, common man. This rebellious aspect of the Bwoommasquerader is expressed in a proud and agitated style of dancing. Theirappearance during initiation ceremonies or celebrations in honor of the king,bring back memories of the Kuba and historical events. Measures: 13\" by 12\" by 17\". Materials: wood, cowrie shells, raffia, beads