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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
Face Mask (gela)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Face Mask (gela)

Maker Ivorian Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedCôte d'Ivoire, Africa
MediumWood, feathers, animal skin, horns, fiber, hair, teeth
Dimensions20 x 15 x 9 in. (50.8 x 38.1 x 22.9 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1991.27.2
Collections
DescriptionMask with exaggerated features, attached teeth, horns, feathers, fur, and pigments.
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