crocodile helmet mask
crocodile helmet mask
Culture
Nuna people
Creation date
20th century
Materials
wood, pigment, fiber, gourd, feathers, incrustation
Dimensions
13 1/2 x 13 x 22 1/2 in.
Credit line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg
Accession number
1989.212
Collection
Currently On View In
Eiteljorg Suite of African and Oceanic Art
The animal image, the geometric designs and the bold white, black and red coloring characterize masks of the Nuna and some other Burkina Faso peoples. Nuna masks embody bush spirits and appear during funerals and other ceremonies. The top of the head shows remnants of sacrificial offerings.
