Lele Helmet mask

The Lele, a sub-group of the Kuba in DR Congo, celebrate with masked dances, especially at festivals and funerals. Their distinctive masks, with flattened faces, are reminiscent of Kuba art. Adorned with cowries and pearls, symbols of wealth, this 20th century piece made of fabric, beads, horsehair and cowries, measures 21x35x36 cm, reflecting the splendor of