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Pende Information
Location:Southwestern Congo (Zaire)
Population:250,000
Language:KiPende (central Bantu)
Neighboring Peoples:Yaka, Suku, Chokwe
Types of Art:The Pende carve numerous types of masks, most of which are associated with education and initiation rituals. In the northwest part of the territory wooden figures are sculpted. Carved stools, staffs, chairs, and swords are used by chiefs and other important people to signify their power.
History:The Pende, along with their n ...
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