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Shield intended for parades. light wooden , provided with a handle on the back part. This handle is sculptured in the mass.
The face before, coated with kaolin, forms one thick patina , globally disappeared in contact points
A relief mask Kifwebé finishes the object on its part before.
Masks bifwebe (kifwebe in the singular) are a part of objects of ceremony of the company(society) of the same name which even plays today a prestigious role among Dream of the East. The members of this company(society) are basha masende, holders of necessary knowledge for interagir with the gods. Masks bifwebe are carried(worn) with a long suit and a long beard in vegetable fiber, during the most important ceremonies.
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Too large a morsel chokes the child. 
