Devil Mask

About this object

History of use

Used for 'carnival', a time of encounter both with friends and ancestors.

Physical description

Devil Mask. Devil has small pointed ears, two horns, long black hair and facial hair, and a large nose. Large circular eyes point downwards under a prominent brow ridge. A brown snake with spots and wavy lines is held in the devil's teeth. A single hole drilled on either side, and a small section of twine attached to one hole. Back of mask is unpainted.