Bum'Bere Tofao
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| Weapon type: | Protective weapon |
| Designations: | Bum'Bere Tofao |
| Use: | weapon |
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Indonesia , ethnic groups from Indonesia |
| Distribution: | Indonesia |
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The Bum'Bere Tofao also Bumbawe Tefao is a face shield and mask from Indonesia.
description
The Bum'Bere Tofao is made of wood, horn or metal. It is attached to the face below the nose on the upper lip. A cord or strap is attached to it and is used to attach it to the head. The Bum'Bere Tofao serves as a light face protection and as a kind of mask to intimidate the opponent. There are different versions. The Bum'Bere Tofao is used by ethnic groups from Indonesia.
Individual evidence
- ^ Albert G. van Zonneveld: Traditional weapons of the Indonesian archipelago. C. Zwartenkot Art Books, Leiden 2001, ISBN 90-5450-004-2 , p. 36.
literature
- Folklore Museum Nusantara: Nias. Tribal treasures. Cosmic reflections in stone, wood, and gold. Volkenkundig Museum Nusantara, Delft 1990, ISBN 90-71423-05-0 .
Web links
Commons : Indonesian Armaments - Collection of Pictures, Videos and Audio Files
