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With neck rolls, cheek scarifications, elaborately plaited coiffure, and a glossy darkened surface
Helmet Mask
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Helmet Mask

Maker Vai Artist
Date20th century
Place of originSierra Leone, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions15 1/16 x 8 7/16 x 9 5/8 in. (38.3 x 21.4 x 24.4 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1993.12.21
Collections
Visual DescriptionWith neck rolls, cheek scarifications, elaborately plaited coiffure, and a glossy darkened surface
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