Salampasu Mask

Democratic Republic of Congo

Early 20th c

22 inches high x 6 inches wide (with feathers)

Ex: San Francisco, CA collection

SOLD

The Mukinka mask was used by the warriors society and served as a marker of status during initiations. These masks are carved in wood with small strips of copper plates added.  The mask has a bulging forehead, open square mouth with pointed teeth.  The headdress has cane knobs, feathers, fiber and a beard of cane knobs