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African Masks Lulua Mask
The Lulua were famous for decorating their bodies with intricate scarification marks and tattoos. They also applied these designs to their sculptures and masks. The masks, which are rare, are usually incised with geometric pattern and coloured with a reddish pigment. The pointed forms on the top of the head represent the Lulua hairstyle.The Lulua, previously called the Bena Lulua, are related to the Lwalwa and like them, the men hunt and the women farm. The Lulua live around the Lulua River in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Mouse over the map for a more detailed view of Lulua territory.
You can click on the sketch above to view a simplified A4 line drawing which you may use to help you draw or trace this mask design.
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