Mask

29-59-110

From: Angola

Curatorial Section: African

Object Number 29-59-110
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Masongo | Kimbundu
Provenience Angola
Section African
Materials Fiber | Leather | Wood
Description

Large dancing mask. Framework of palm stems over which skin with the hair outside has been stretched; this has been completely covered with a sticky resinous substance. Slits for eyes and mouth. The cap of hide over palm sticks is of the same skin and shows traces of red coloring.

Height 44 cm
Credit Line Purchased from Henry C. Mercer, 1927
Other Number Mercer 22508 - Old Museum Number | 306 - Field No SF

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