Narrow Copper Plated Mask
Item
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Accession Number
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2024.68.
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Title
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Narrow Copper Plated Mask
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Ethnic Group
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Bambara
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Subject
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Mask|Ceremonial|West Africa
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Country
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Mali
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Date
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Early 20th Century
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Medium
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Wood, copper plating, fiber
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Format
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H x W x D: 14 1/2 in x 5 3/4 in x 4 1/2 in (36.83 cm x 14.605 cm x 11.43 cm)
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Description
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The copper plated mask has a vertical emphasis, forming a narrow face. Two small wooden horns are attached to the front of the forehead, and three thin rods hang below the brow bone with small tassels. The facial features and overall formation of the mask is reminiscent of the Bambara and Marka "Ngolo" or "N'tomo" masks, which have a ceremonial function, providing strength and protection.
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Type
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Mask
