Mask
1990.10.0051
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Mask (1990.10.0051) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | None |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period/Date | 19th – 20th century CE |
| Culture | Dan |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Length) | 77.0 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Width) | 21.0 cm |
| Dimension 3 (Depth) | 7.0 cm |
| Weight | 420 g |
| Measuring Remarks | D1 is from the top of the head to the bottom of the strands of "hair." D2 measures across the face and "hair" when laid flat. D3 is the height of the face. |
| Materials | Plant--Wood, Metal--Aluminum, Textile |
| Manufacturing Processes | Carved |
| Munsell Color Information | Deep Red (7.5R3/10) -ns Dark Grayish Yellow ( 2.5y6/4) -ns Black ( N 1.25) -ns |
Research Remarks
| Published Description | DAN MASK Dr. Carozzi acquired this rare, cloth covered mask from the Dan people of the Ivory Coast in Africa. Unusual is the combination of foreign materials, such as red wool cloth and aluminum. The striped fabric veil show a Saharan influence from the north. Mask with red cloth covering.90.10.51. Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Albert Carozzi. |
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| Description | N/A |
| Comparanda | N/A |
| Bibliography | Photo: Spurlock Museum, Fall 2006, p. 15. |
Artifact History
| Archaeological Data | N/A |
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| Credit Line/Dedication | Gift of Drs. Albert V. and Marguerite Carozzi |
| Reproduction | no |
| Reproduction Information | N/A |