Buffalo mask

Description

wood, slightly encrusted dark brown patina, remains of pigments, voluminous forms, extremely broad nose with inflated nostrils, broad teeth revealing snout, rep. (brealage left horn tip), small missing parts, slight traces of abrasion, base;
buffalo masks are part of nearly every masquerade of the"kwifoyn" and lineage mask groups. The buffalo is associated with strength, courage and power - attributes every king should have.