Masks of the Toma ethnos group of Guinea

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Toma

Toma 150,000 are established mainly in Guinea, between Macenta and Kissidougou. One also finds them in Liberia, under the name of Loma. They are known for their famous mask named Landai which presents a jaw articulated appearing the crocodile, surmounted of an human face. Landai is used at the time of the ceremonies of the company of Poro.