Salampasu Mask
These masks were worn by members of the powerful "Ibuku" society.
The fearless buku" required initiates to produce the head of an enemy or individually kill a lion or leopard.
Masks were also used to evoke ancestor spirits and frighten the enemy in battle.
Salampasu Mask - Democratic Republic of Congo
Late 20th Century, Original
Wood, copper, vegetal fiber, pigment
Height 41cm (16 in)) , mask only (not cane beard danglers)
Price: $900.00