(Kasai region, Southern Democratic Republic of Congo, probably mid 20th century) "Gitenga," representing an honored male ancestor; painted canvas stretched over a basketwork frame, enhanced with raffia and a halo of large bird feathers, identified as coming from Great Blue Turaco; the basketwork face, 13 in. Diam., approx. 1 in. D

Additional comments added on 9/19/24:The institution that is offering this item is The Baltimore Museum of Art. The dimensions of the box are approximately 27" T. x 29" W. x 25 1/2" D. Wear and patina consistent with age and origin. Accompanied by a custom-made corrugated plastic crate. The feathers showing some wear and decay, consistent with age and origin