Tabwa buffalo helmet mask
Animal Figures in African Art
Belgian african art collector
This impressive African helmet mask features a buffalo. This male tribal art object dances with one or two female anthropomorphic masks. There is a pair of long lateral horns. The eyes are encrusted with cowrie shells. Some visible cracks due to the use of the mask during festivities for years.
02044
Data sheet
- Size
- 25 x 60 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood, shells
- Country
- Condition
- Excellent
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Animal Figures in African Art
Belgian african art collector
This impressive African helmet mask features a buffalo. This male tribal art object dances with one or two female anthropomorphic masks. There is a pair of long lateral horns. The eyes are encrusted with cowrie shells. Some visible cracks due to the use of the mask during festivities for years.