Diola culture, Senegal. Bark basketry, beads, ox horns, polychrome. Rare and ancient "Ejumba" zoomorphic helm-mask made from bark woven into large chequered patterns, with two horns on the sides and tubular eyes. These were made by young men and worn after their Bukut initiation. They represent oxen and herds, recalling the forces of the earth and sky. Size: 39x25.5x16.5 cm.