Vai Wood Helmet Mask

Title

Vai Wood Helmet Mask

Subject

Sande People

Description

The mask is used by the Sande women’s society who live in an area known as the West Atlantic region which in the 15 century was called Guinea by European explorers. Sande society prepares young women for womanhood. When they have completed their training, they are presented to their community.

Files

Vai Wood Helmet Mask.PNG

Citation

“Vai Wood Helmet Mask,” Virtual AARLCC, accessed May 3, 2024, https://browardcountylibrary.omeka.net/items/show/127.