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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Mask (Ulaga or Ojionu)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Mask (Ulaga or Ojionu)

Maker Igbo Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedNigeria, Africa
MediumWood, mirrors, cowrie shells, fabric, paint
Dimensions9 1/8 x 7 3/4 x 16 3/4 in. (23.2 x 19.7 x 42.5 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1990.14.101
Collections
DescriptionMask with long pointed snout, large inset glass eyes, surmounted face with carved linear coiffure and four diminutive figures with spiraling loop at the back, shells, fiber and patina.
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