Polychromatic Mask
Item
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Accession Number
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2024.50.
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Title
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Polychromatic Mask
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Ethnic Group
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Bira
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Subject
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Mask|Ceremonial|Central Africa
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Country
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Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Date
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Early 20th Century
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Medium
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Wood, pigment
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Format
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H x W x D: 9 1/2 in x 8 1/2 in x 3 3/4 in (24.13 cm 21.59 cm x 9.525 cm)
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Description
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The carved wooden mask is detailed with a polychromatic pattern of dots, potentially representing the bodily decorations applied during ritual practices. The overall form is round and the mask has a low relief with minimalistic facial features. Teeth, formed by small pieces of wood, line the wide mouth. The eyes are narrow and hollow with thin incised lines above them marking the brow.
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Type
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Face Mask
