Devil Costume Mask
About this object
History of use
Mask would have been performed for the annual Mojiganga de los Diablos, September 16th, held in the town.
Physical description
Devil costume mask. Black fake fur is stuck to the face, which is also painted purple. The nose resembles a black devil-like creature with a tongue hanging out, with a similar reddish-brown creature extending from the chin. Attached to the mask are two pairs of natural horns. A small animal pelt, possibly deer, hangs from the back of the mask. A pair of serpents and a pair of pumas are carved and jut out of the sides of the mask. Horse hair(?) extends down from the chin. The interior is lined with brown cord fabric, and has bungee cord strung through eye-hooks.
Date Made
2017
Date Acquired
11 Apr 2018
How Acquired
Sold
Credit Line
Purchase funded by the Michael O'Brian Family FoundationMore...
Measurements
Overall: 46 cm x 29 cm
Object Number
3289/82