Mask
Date20th century
Maker
Nigerian
Maker
Mama/Katana
Label TextThe head of a Cape buffalo has been interpreted into a series of geometric shapes. Adapting the image of a burly slow-moving animal into a masquerade, carvers capture the swirling strength of its horns, completing the costume with a suit of tufted raffia. Energetic as a charging buffalo, the masquerader is called upon to witness appeals for vigorous crop fertility and childbirth.
Object number2002.56
Photo CreditPhoto: Susan Cole
Credit LineGift of Mark Groudine and Cynthia Putnam, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Seattle Art Museum
Dimensions9 x 15 1/2 in. (22.9 x 39.4 cm)
MediumWood
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