Ndomo Mask

1972.07.0021

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Ndomo Mask   (1972.07.0021)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Personal Symbols
  4. :
  5. Status Symbols
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date Early 20th century
Culture Bambara, Bamana

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 62.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 23.5 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 14.5 cm
Weight 1,319 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Plant--Wood, Pigment--Stain
Manufacturing Processes Carved, Incising, Staining, Piercing
Munsell Color Information waived

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography

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

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Norman and Carole Thomas
Reproduction no
Reproduction Information N/A

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