Tribal Mask with Carved Teeth

Symmetrically carved tribal mask with perforated holes around the edges. Pierced eye brows and nose and a lovely set of carved teeth. Would be interesting to know who and what the mask was created for, or was it just a bit of fun. Great Features! The existence of African masks can be traced as far back as the Stone Age. For thousands of years, African people have incorporated tribal masks into their cultural ceremonies, rituals, and celebrations. Creations were designed according to the particular traditions of their region, each region had there own unique traditions and styles that stood out from others. This way travelers would be able to identify there culture and relate to them accordingly. Period: 20th Century Material: Wood