Vuvi Mask – Riz

Description

The Vuvi live in the central region of the present day Gabon. Their art is known for their painted figures and masks. They have produced various forms of masks: helmet, facial, flat, and several other types. The facial and flat masks are the most popular. As for their neighbors Tsogo, Punu, and Lumbu, their masks are usually painted in white. But the Vuvi masks are distinguished by their flatness and elongated forms , The holes along the edge were served to attach plant fibers and textiles costume. This suggests that this mask was used as a dancing mask. They were used in connections with the spirit Mukuji(or Moukouji). They were  worn by Mukuji society members and were mainly performed during funeral ceremonies.