Aka Elephant Mask

Definition

An Aka Elephant Mask is a ceremonial mask worn by the Chokwe people of Central Africa during rituals and performances. It represents power, strength, fertility, and ancestral spirits associated with elephants.

Related terms

Rituals:

Formal actions performed in specific sequences for religious or ceremonial purposes.

Symbolism:

The use of objects or images to represent ideas or qualities beyond their literal meaning.

Ancestral Spirits: Believed supernatural entities representing deceased family members who continue to influence the living world.