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Mask with beard projection, large mouth with carved teeth, curving knife-like crest, carved surface, and pigments.
Face Mask (keduneh)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Face Mask (keduneh)

Maker Winiama Artist
Date20th century
Place of originBurkina Faso, Africa
MediumWood, Earth colors
Dimensions20 1/4 x 7 3/4 x 11 1/8 in. (51.4 x 19.7 x 28.3 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1990.14.16
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