PENDE, Democratic Republic of Congo. Basketry and feathers Complete Minganji mask of the 'Gitenga' type, disc-shaped with tubular eyes. This is the most important of the Minganji masks and, as such, it is invested with the function of policeman at the initiation camp. It appears at the investiture or funeral ceremonies of a chief or high-ranking notable. Height: 154 cm. Provenance: Former Patric Claes collection, Brussels.