Location: Southwestern Congo (Zaire)
The Pende tribe numbers 250,000. They speak a language called KiPende (central Bantu). Their neighboring Peoples are 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.
Credits: Christopher D. Roy
Professor of the History of Art
The University of Iowa
http://www.uiowa.edu/~africart
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