Mask
About this object
Cultural context
Possibly made for sale.
Physical description
Ovular mask with protruding nose that is in the shape of a bird's head and beak. Eyes are circular cutouts and mouth is a horizontal ovular cutout; front is flat and slanted with forehead further forward than chin. Decoration is in white and black stripes on red ground. Back has cloth attached with nails around top; a wire hanger is attached to sides with metal hooks; a small area has been slightly hollowed out for nose.
Date Acquired
30 May 1989
How Acquired
Donated
Credit Line
Measurements
Overall: 25.2 cm x 15.3 cm x 23.4 cm
Object Number
1373/40