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Ge Gon Mask

1971.13.0006

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Ge Gon Mask   (1971.13.0006)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
    2. :
  2. Ceremonial Artifacts
    3. :
  3. Holiday Objects
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Colonial
Date Mid 20th century
Culture Kpelle
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 40.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 15.8 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 13.1 cm
Weight 557 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Plant--Wood, Pigment--Paint, Animal--Skin--without Fur/Feathers/Scales, Metal
Manufacturing Processes Carved, Piercing, Cutting, Hollowing

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description N/A
Bibliography

Fischer and Himmelheber "The Arts of the Dan in West Africa" classifies types of Dan masks.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction no

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