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Item
Accession Number
2024.54.
Subject
Mask|Ceremonial|West Africa
Country
Côte d'Ivoire
Date
Early 20th Century
Medium
Patinated wood
Format
H x W x D: 11 3/4 in x 6 1/2 in x 6 1/2 in (29.845 cm x 16.51 cm x 16.51 cm)
Description
The Gere mask is carved of wood with a thick, dark patina. The forehead bulges forward, with a thin central division. The eyes are formed by narrow horizontal openings under the forehead. The nose and mouth extend forward with sharp angles to compliment the four horns that round inward to the center of the mask. on either side of the face, under the nose, are small holes alongside horizontally incised lines.
Type
Face Mask
Conforms To
Gere