A polychrome Bwiti ceremonial mask with large characteristic eyebrows and painted white, the color white evoking death. "The mask appears at dawn following Bwiti ceremonies, initiation, funerals, mourning, etc.". Tsogho, Gabon Wood, polychromy (paintings), nails, rattan, patina of use. H. 26 cm Provenance : Jacques Viault Collection.