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Tundu Mask, 20th Century
Pende people; Democratic Republic of the Congo
Wood and cloth; 15 x …
Mask (Tundu)
Tundu Mask, 20th Century
Pende people; Democratic Republic of the Congo
Wood and cloth; 15 x …
Tundu Mask, 20th Century Pende people; Democratic Republic of the Congo Wood and cloth; 15 x 7 1/2 x 4 in. F79.27.24 Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Solomon

Mask (Tundu)

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-masks
Culture Pende
Date20th Century
Made AtDemocratic Republic of the Congo, Africa
MediumWood and cloth
DimensionsOverall: 15 x 7 1/2 x 4 in.
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Daniel Solomon
Object numberF79.27.24
DescriptionPende mask. Wood and cloth. Black. Prominent and raised cylindrical eyes. Large but typical retrousse nose dotted with holes. Thin lips. Angular profile of face. Raffia cloth attached to edges.
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