Early 20th Century Yaka Initiation Mask, D. R. Congo. Books - Nature the latin translation of which

the latin translation of which is 'About Life Force'

Seat Height: 39cm

The volume is three quarter bound in blue calf leather with blue cloth boards

The volume has finely decorated pictorial boards with gilt detailing throughout

This example has a turned wooden base below a brass band

Early 20th Century Yaka Initiation Mask, D. R. Congo. Books - Nature the latin translation of whichAn early 20th century Yaka initiation mask from the Dominican Republic of Congo. The most important event in the Yaka ceremonial cycle is the initiation of young boys into adulthood. To mark the end of the educational period, festivities are held in which the initiates perform with newly carved masks. It showcases the most startling masks and the most spectacular dances. During its performance the mask was held by a handle hidden behind the raffia