Mumuye Sukuru shoulder mask

The Mumuye shoulder mask, flanked by a head topped with a crest, and having ample ears, so-called shoulder mask, is designed in an arch, with the long neck decorated beads, glossy dark brown patina. Presence of erosions, gaps and cracks. Mid XX°.

Originating from the north-west region of middle Benoué, Nigeria, from the Kona Jukun, to the Mumuye and up to Wurkum populations are distinguished by a relative absence of ornamentation and a refined stylization. This statue not only allowed to call the rain but also played an apotropaic and divinatory role.