Ndaaka AAA38 mask

This is a unique Ndaaka mask from the Ituri tribe of the Democratic Republic of Congo, dating from the middle of the 20th century, with dimensions of 12x19.5x31 cm. The mask has a dramatic expression, with oval eyes and a mouth with sharp teeth that capture attention. The lines are marked by deep contrasts between dark and light areas, which accentuate the expressions shaped in the wood. These design elements contribute to the visual variety typical of Ituri masks, known for their expressive range from threatening mouths to different eye shapes such as round, square, or