Copper Plated Mask

Item

Accession Number: 2024.64.
Title: Copper Plated Mask
Ethnic Group: Salampasu
Subject: Mask|Ceremonial|Central Africa
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date: Early 20th Century
Medium: wood, copper plating
Format: H x W x D: 11 1/4 in x 9 1/4 in x 6 in (28.575 cm x 23.495 cm x 15.24 cm)
Description: The Salampasu Mukinka mask has various recognizable features such as the bulging forehead, sunken eyes and sharp teeth. The mask is covered in copper plates, forming a hard surface. The mask was to be worn during ceremonies honoring brave warriors.
Type: Mask; Mask