8.2237 African Art: Angola - Mbunda tribe - Ancestor protection and Hunting Mask - 40cm

Country: Angola, Southwestern Africa

Tribe: Mbunda

Usage: These masks worn during a dance before and after a hunt as protection was requested from the Ancestors. After a successful hunt, the ritual was to thank the Ancestors.

Size: 40cm

Comment: The white represents the Ancestors, while the red and black represents the bearer of the mask.