Carved Senufo Helmet Mask - Ca 1920 Ganesh the tribes of Nagaland were

the tribes of Nagaland were head-hunters going to war with neighboring tribes

These decorative Indian dishes are carved in the shape of a leaf

Originally these pieces would have been coated with a burgundy lacquer which has worn away from years of use

These food bowls were used every day by the Konyak tribe and other Nagaland tribes for eating meals

Carved Senufo Helmet Mask - Ca 1920 Ganesh the tribes of Nagaland wereThis Senufo helmet mask is decorated with horns and a figure. It is called kponyungo or funeral head mask. Helmet masks are used by the Senufo poro society. They are the embodiment of supernatural powers and knowledge of magical formulae, expressed through aggressive forms and symbols. Circa 1920. From Africa UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 7. 50 More delivery options available at checkout