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Polychrome copper mask
Object Number 984-21-20/25634
Display Title Polychrome copper mask
Descriptions
Object Description Polychrome Copper mask, flat, of a bearded man's face with a bird applied on each cheek.
Inventory Description Mask, bearded human face, 2 birds on cheeks, large ears, painted
Classification
  • Mask
Department Ethnographic
Date Early 20th century
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Honduras
Additional Geographic Terms Guerrero
Materials Copper, Pigment, Twine, Cloth, Paint
Dimensions Overall: 60.6 x 40.5 x 10.5 cm (23 7/8 x 15 15/16 x 4 1/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 984-21-20/25634

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