Mukinka AAA275 mask

The Mukinka Salampasu mask, featuring a domed forehead decorated with caning in a circle surmounted by wicker balls forming a dense headdress. His face has a flared nose, pointed teeth, and a net of copper bands, evoking the war ceremony. Used at funerals and initiations, some masks inspired such fear that their simple name frightened women and children. Measuring 19.5x21x39 cm, this unique piece is made of wood, copper, and raffia, dating from the 20th century, this unique piece is made of wood, copper, and raffia, originally from Zaire in the