Anthropomorphic helmet mask "tshibangabanga"

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Description

wood, abrus seeds, hide, feathers, rattan, base

According to Felix, these masks are used in Binji initiation rituals, where they are worn by the master of the initiation camp.

They look fearsome, with all the magical accessories like feathers and red abrus seeds, and are considered very powerful.

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Comparing literature

Felix, Marc L., 100 Peoples of Zaire and their Sculpture, Brussels 1987, p. 13, ill. 4

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