Unusual Makua Animal Mask, Tanzania

Unusual Animal Mask. Makua Culture, Tanzania

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This very unusual animal mask depicts a wild cat. The mask features an elongated nose with whiskers below and small upturned ears. Strands of tiny glass beads and a set of inserted animal teeth can be found below the nose. The wooden surface has been coloured with red paint which has been worn in parts from handling.

Ex Private Collection, Germany

Estimated Period: 1950’s

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