two-songye-kifwebe-masks
Lot 1094
Two Songye Kifwebe Masks
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Congo, likely 1970s, carved wood with pigment, typical cubist design with incised and painted lines, the effect is to create a sense of drama when seen in motion during dance.

Larger 21 x 10 in.

From the Estate of the late Joseph D. Rowand, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Joe Rowand was instrumental in developing a contemporary art scene in North Carolina. After studying in New York City at Parsons, he brought the big city art feel to Chapel Hill, North Carolina when he opened Somerhill Gallery in 1972. His gallery served as an epicenter for collectors and artists to gather and grow for over thirty years.

Wear of lack paint to some edges and several nicks to incised lines. Good vintage condition.