Mask "phumbu"

wood, remains of polychrome paint, crowned by four cone-like projections, pierced around the rim, min. dam., remains of a raffia bonnet, paint rubbed off, base;
present mask represents a chief and was used during masquerades supposed to entertain the village inhabitants. When the "phumbu" mask appeared, it was frequently accompanied by an assistant wearing a "tundu" mask. His task was to find a good seat for the chief with the best possible view.