SKU: 138203
Sukuma Wood Mask Tanzania
Height: 21.0
Width: 7.5
Depth: 3.5
Width: 7.5
Depth: 3.5
$105.00
$210.00
Description
The Sukuma people are the largest people group in Tanzania. The Sukuma live in the northwestern part of the country between Lake Victoria and Lake Rukwa. Their major town center is Mwanza, which is situated on the shore of Lake Victoria. Sukumaland consists mainly of dry savannah or semi-desert and the climate is subtropical. The Sukuma are closely related to the neighboring Nyamwezi people group. About 80% of the people still live in rural areas, although more and more people are moving into the major cities.
Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: Sukuma
Country of Origin: Tanzania
Material
Material: wood
Condition
Damage/Repair: Wear, small chips and patina
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.