helmet mask
helmet mask
Culture
Tusian people
Creation date
20th century
Materials
wood, basketry, fiber, incrustation
Dimensions
20 1/2 16 1/2 x 10 in.
Credit line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg
Accession number
1989.214
Collection
Currently On View In
Eiteljorg Suite of African and Oceanic Art
This bush cow mask is made up of geometric shapes. There is a contrast between the angular forms of the limbs, nose, jaw and head and the curved forms of the horns, torso, eyes and cap base. The relationship between the two sets of horns and the front and back legs emphasizes the three dimensional quality of the carving, making it more visually powerful.
