Buffalo Mask with Elongated Horns
Item
Accession Number
2024.72.
Title
Buffalo Mask with Elongated Horns
Ethnic Group
Tabwa
Subject
Mask|Ceremonial|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
Wood, cowrie shells
Format
H x W x D: 7.5 in x 20.47 in x 10.24 in (19 cm x 52 cm x 26 cm)
Description
Kiyunde (buffalo) mask with elongated horns flaring out on both sides and a squared-off snout with shell eyes. It represents the male wild buffalo and is connected to ideas of strength, leadership, and cultural heroes.
Type
Mask
