Lenten Mask

About this object

Narrative

Field collected in Portugal from the 'Santos Oficios' craft shop in Lisbon.

Physical description

Carved wood mask with beard. Face mask with cut-out openings is painted red with black paint on prominent brows, thick mustache, and eyes. The long beard adhered to the chin is the leg fur of a small animal, with paw and claws attached. The interior is unpainted and lined with strips of gray foam. String is attached to eye hooks at top and sides.