Miniature Sowei Mask

A miniature representation of a Sowei, or Bundu, mask. It has a segmented neck, and a typical ridged hairstyle. The Sierra Leone National Museum catalogue notes that it must be very old .

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Further Information

  • Type: Masks, headdresses
  • Object: Miniature Sowei Mask
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Mende
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1970
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Unknown
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1970.02.01

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