The Ngil masks are traditional masks belonging to the Fang tribe, an ethnic group primarily residing in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, Cameroon, and Congo-Brazzaville. These masks are used during Ngil rituals, which are aimed at unmasking and punishing criminals, witchcraft, and other social offenses within the community.
Ngil rituals and purpose: Ngil rituals are essential ceremonies within Fang society. They are performed to protect the community from malevolent forces and to maintain social order. During these rituals, Ngil masks are used to reveal the identity of those accused of crimes and to purify the community from alleged witchcraft and other social transgressions.
Specifications
- Category:
- Objects
- Height:
- 48 cm
- Width:
- 27 cm
- Depth:
- 28 cm
