Head Mask
Item
Accession Number
2019.18
Title
Head Mask
Ethnic Group
Lega
Subject
Mask|Ceremony|Central Africa
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Date
20th century
Medium
Wood|Kaolin|Palm oil
Format
H x W x D: 11 x 5 x 1.5 in. (27.94 x 12.7 x 3.81 cm)
Description
Long narrow mask with a long thin nose, simple round eyes, and an open mouth. The lower portion of the mask which is beveled includes the mouth. The entire mask is coated with a mixture of kaolin and palm oil.
