Mask

1971.13.0017

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Mask   (1971.13.0017)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Ceremonial Artifacts
  4. :
  5. Religious Objects
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Nationalist
Date 20th century
Culture Dan
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 30.2 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 27.5 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 13.1 cm
Weight 840 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Animal--Shell, Plant--Raffia, Plant--Wood, Pigment--Stain, Glass, Metal, Textile
Manufacturing Processes Wrapping, Carved, Hollowing, Stringing, Piercing, Sewing, Staining

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description N/A
Bibliography

Fleischman, Jacquelyn N. "Continuity and Control: Art in Some West African Societies," (unpub. catalog, on file)

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
Reproduction no

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