Tikar Mask (2)

$795

This African mask from the Tikar people of Cameroon is hand carved of wood, and the copper plating symbolises wealth. Tikar masks are used during agricultural festivities such as during harvest ceremonies.  The basic concept of these rituals was the belief that the soil is sacred, because it belonged to the ancestors.  Therefore, once the harvest is good, there is great reason to celebrate and be grateful to them.