Lucearte Gallery
Vili Mask 01 Congo – Ritual Heritage and Spiritual Identity (Heritage Collection)
Vili Mask 01 Congo – Ritual Heritage and Spiritual Identity (Heritage Collection)
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This Vili mask from Congo embodies the cultural richness and spiritual strength of the Vili people.
The Vili, who live mainly in the Kouilou region and along the Congolese coast, are known for their ceremonial masks used in rites of passage, funeral wakes, and protective practices. These masks served to communicate with ancestors and to maintain the balance between the visible and invisible worlds.
The contrasting colors of this mask, between light and dark, symbolize the union of dualities: life and death, light and darkness, visible and invisible. Hand-carved, it reflects the artistic mastery of the Vili artisans and the depth of their spirituality.
✨ Features:
Origin: Vili people, Congo
Collection: Heritage
Dimensions: Length 34.5 cm • Width 19 cm
Material: Hand-carved and painted wood
Dominant colors: Brown, ivory and black
Support: Sold without stand (illustration photo)
Condition: Unique handcrafted piece
🎯 Why choose this mask?
✔️ An iconic piece of Congolese art
✔️ Symbol of balance and spiritual protection
✔️ Authentic and decorative artwork
✔️ Secure delivery – careful packaging
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