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Mask; polychrome.
Object Number 973-46-60/13317
Display Title Mask; polychrome.
Descriptions
Object Description polychromed mask or portion of larger carved figure depicting a menacing human head, with twisted horns on either side. Fabric (multi-colored, very worn) patch on crown of head. 39.5 dia 19" h. 20 3/4" w.
Inventory Description Mask, carved wood, human face, two large twisted horns, painted, cloth on head
Classification
  • Mask
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • Indonesian
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Indonesia
Materials Wood, Pigment, Metal, Cloth, Dye
Dimensions Overall: 48.26 x 52.71 x 100.33 cm (19 x 20 3/4 x 39 1/2 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 973-46-60/13317

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