Gurussi Antelope Mask Size:12in X 12in X 42in echoing the zigzag border of

echoing the zigzag border of a cup delicately balanced at the summit

One of the most striking elements of this mask is the figure of a man standing on its head

The deep blue color was not only aesthetically pleasing but also carried cultural significance

These patterns are deeply tied to Kuba identity and cultural heritage

Gurussi Antelope Mask Size:12in X 12in X 42in echoing the zigzag border ofGurussi Antelope Mask 19th Century This mask was carved in the style of the Gurussi people of Burkina Faso. It features an antelope with geometric patterns painted throughout, a typical trait of Burkina Faso artwork. The Antelope mask represents one of the protective spirits from the bush, which is closely associated with the spirits of ancestors. Such masks can perform on several occasions throughout the dry season from October to May, including