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Royal Helmet Mask (Mukenga)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Royal Helmet Mask (Mukenga)

Artist/Maker (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Dateearly to mid 20th century
Mediumwood, cotton, beads, shell, raffia, leopard skin, monkey hair and parrot feathers
DimensionsOverall: 27 x 21 x 27 7/8 in. (68.6 x 53.3 x 70.8 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. Robert and Janice Laff
Terms
    Object number2001.59.1
    DescriptionThis mask combines references to the elephant (trunk and miniature tusks) with actual leopard skin. Both animals are symbols of the king’s equivalence to these two lords of the bush.
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