Mask

Item

Accession Number

2021.12

Title

Mask

Ethnic Group

Mbole

Subject

Mask|Ceremony|Central Africa

Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Date

20th century

Medium

Wood|Kaolin|Red and Brown Pigments

Format

H x W x D: 18.5 x 8.5 x 0.75 in. (46.99 x 21.59 x 1.905 cm)

Description

Flat-panel mask with a raised upper section showing a carved v-shaped coiffure, incised reverse V-shaped eyes, and a wide nose. The lower section of the panel shows an incised small horizontal mouth. The mask which was hung in a shrine is painted with dark red and black areas of pigment. There are also traces of white paint.

Item sets

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