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Old Pende Katundu Initiation mask, Zaire, the katundu is the…
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Sydney
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27-May-2018
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Old Pende Katundu Initiation mask, Zaire, the katundu is the best known Pende mask style and is worn by young male imniitates in the imbuya dance that marks the end of male initiation rites. The high forehead, snub nose and pursed lips are all typical. This mask shows signs of age, wear and pigment l;oss. But some of the original red ochre pigment is still visible
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Unclassified