African Mask Decorative African tribal mask antique Toma Mask Baule wall Mask-G2301

SIZE(CM): 26.6/14.7
African Mask Antique Carved Toma Landai Tribal Ceremonial Mask A Toma or Landai mask carved by hand in early times can be found in Guinea, Africa. These african mask , which are commonly large and pensive, depict a Landai forest spirit. They were worn by the men's Poro Society during the initiation process of boys becoming men. The boys were engulfed by the african mask in a terrifying ritual and emerged as men shortly after. The african mask were accessorized with a notable raffia costume. They usually feature a flat visage, a characteristic beak-shaped nose, fangs, jutting brows, and horns.